How do you tell if egg salad is spoiled?

Visual Clues:

* Color Change: If the egg salad is no longer a creamy white or pale yellow and has turned a greenish or grayish hue, it's likely spoiled.

* Mould: Look for any fuzzy or powdery growth on the surface.

* Separation: If the egg salad has separated into watery liquid and solid clumps, it's a sign that bacteria is growing.

Smell Test:

* Sour or Putrid Odor: Spoiled egg salad will have a distinct, unpleasant, sour or rotten smell. Even a faint, off-putting odor is a warning sign.

Taste Test (Not Recommended):

* Never taste food you suspect is spoiled! It's too risky for potential food poisoning.

Other Considerations:

* Storage Time: Egg salad should be refrigerated and consumed within 3-4 days of preparation.

* Temperature: Egg salad should be kept consistently refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below.

* Cross-Contamination: Use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing and storing egg salad to prevent contamination.

If in doubt, throw it out! Food poisoning from spoiled egg salad can cause serious illness.