Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
This Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is a creamy, tangy, and satisfying side dish that combines the flavors of classic deviled eggs with hearty pasta. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, it’s easy to make ahead and always a crowd favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 hardboiled eggs
- 8 oz ditalini, small penne, or elbow macaroni
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or more to taste)
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp paprika (plus more for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup chopped celery (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Peel hardboiled eggs. Separate yolks from whites.
- Mash yolks in a bowl with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper to form a creamy dressing.
- Chop the egg whites and combine with cooled pasta.
- Add optional celery and green onions, if using.
- Pour the deviled egg dressing over pasta mixture. Stir until evenly coated.
- Chill before serving. Garnish with extra paprika or chives, if desired.
Notes
- For a tangier version, add a spoonful of sweet relish or diced pickles.
- Swap half the mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add shredded carrots or diced bell peppers for extra crunch and color.
- Best served chilled; refresh with a spoonful of mayo if dry after refrigeration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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