Description
Get ready to impress at your next gathering with this ultra-creamy, flavor-packed Deviled Egg Pasta Salad. It’s a unique twist on two classics—deviled eggs and pasta salad—coming together in one unforgettable dish. The creamy mayo-mustard dressing, perfectly boiled eggs, tender pasta, and crisp veggies create an addictive mix that’s perfect for a quick lunch, easy dinner, or picnic side. Whether you’re hunting for breakfast ideas, summer food ideas, or just an easy recipe to share, this one delivers.
Ingredients
8 oz elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked)
6 large hard-boiled eggs (4 chopped, 2 sliced for garnish)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup celery, finely diced (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- Boil the eggs if needed. Once cooled, peel and chop 4 of them. Slice the remaining 2 for garnish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, both mustards, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add pasta, chopped eggs, red onion, and celery to the dressing. Mix until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Before serving, top with sliced eggs, extra paprika, and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish