Simple egg salad: A speedy start to your morning routine

Egg-based breakfasts are among my favourites. I often prepare them soft, scramble them, or make an omelette. However, that's just the beginning of the possibilities. Besides classic dishes, there's always something new appearing. Recently, I prepared a simple salad.

Do egg breakfasts take more time than making sandwiches? Should they be saved for the weekend? Not necessarily. In the case of this salad, that doesn't apply. Just cook the eggs in the evening, and in the morning, add a few ingredients to them. It doesn't take much time at all.

You can not only cook the eggs in advance but also peel and finely chop them. In the morning, add finely chopped gherkins, ham, and chopped chives or dill. Finally, season with mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. The salad is ready, and its preparation is remarkably quick. It tastes great with fresh bread.

Nutritionists say it's worth reaching for eggs at any time of day, but they have a special effect in the morning. They provide us with a significant amount of protein, adding energy and satisfying hunger for a long time. This significantly reduces the tendency to snack before the next meal. Moreover, eggs are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients:

            
• 4 hard-boiled eggs,
• 2 gherkins,
• 1 tablespoon chopped dill,
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise,
• salt,
• pepper,
• lamb's lettuce or rocket for serving.

Instructions:

    
1. Peel the eggs and chop them coarsely.
2. Cut the gherkins into small cubes.
3. Add dill and mayonnaise to the eggs and gherkins. Mix the ingredients and season the salad to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with rocket or lamb's lettuce.