Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of classic deviled eggs and creamy pasta salad, making it a perfect dish for gatherings, picnics, or family dinners. This recipe highlights the rich flavors of hard-boiled eggs combined with a tangy dressing featuring mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Fresh vegetables like celery and red onion add crunch and color, creating a visually appealing and satisfying meal. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad can be made in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for an even tastier experience. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or pair it with your favorite sides for a truly memorable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 large hard-boiled eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- ½ cup diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Hard-boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan covered with cold water. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes before transferring to an ice bath.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Peel and chop the cooled eggs; add to the bowl along with chopped celery and red onion.
- Fold in the cooled pasta until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 220mg