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Egg Salad Cucumber Canapé

Egg Salad Cucumber Canapés are made with creamy egg salad served on crisp cucumber slices.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs
  • ½ cup light mayonnaise
  • ½ cup celery finely diced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 large cucumbers
  • Fresh dill sprigs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Peel the hard-boiled eggs and finely dice them.
  • Place the eggs in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, diced celery, fresh dill, and Dijon mustard.
  • Stir until well combined and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Wash the cucumbers and peel if desired.
  • Slice cucumbers into 1 to 1½-inch thick rounds.
  • Arrange cucumber slices on a serving platter.
  • Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of egg salad onto each cucumber slice.
  • Garnish with fresh dill sprigs.
  • Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • English cucumbers work especially well because they have fewer seeds.
  • Assemble just before serving for maximum freshness.
  • Fresh dill provides the best flavor, but dried dill may be substituted.
  • These canapés pair beautifully with brunch spreads and charcuterie boards.