Description
This Deviled Egg Pasta Salad combines the creamy, tangy flavors of classic deviled eggs with tender pasta, creating a delicious and satisfying side dish. Packed with hard-boiled eggs, crunchy celery, red onions, and a flavorful mustard-mayo dressing, this salad is perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, or meal prep. It’s a creamy, protein-rich twist on traditional pasta salad!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni (or any short pasta)
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup dill pickles, finely chopped (optional, for extra tang)
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
For the Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (or Dijon mustard)
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar (or pickle juice)
- ½ teaspoon paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish:
- Extra paprika
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta & Eggs
- Cook the macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Hard-boil the eggs, then peel and chop them into small pieces.
Step 2: Prepare the Dressing
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- Add the cooked pasta, chopped eggs, celery, red onion, pickles (if using), and green onions into the dressing. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Before serving, sprinkle with extra paprika and fresh parsley or green onions.
Notes
- Make it Lighter: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and light mayo.
- Add More Crunch: Mix in crispy bacon or diced bell peppers.
- Spicy Version: Add 1 teaspoon of hot sauce or diced jalapeños.
- Best Pairing: Serve with grilled chicken, burgers, or BBQ ribs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for pasta & eggs)
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Deviled Egg Pasta Salad