Description

Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad is a creamy, flavorful twist on classic pasta salad, enriched with the rich taste of deviled eggs. This vibrant and colorful dish is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or a satisfying lunch. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it combines tender elbow macaroni, chopped boiled eggs, crisp celery, and tangy pickles, all tossed in a zesty mayonnaise-based dressing. Chill before serving for a refreshing and crowd-pleasing side.

Ingredients

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Pasta

8 oz elbow macaroni

Deviled Egg Dressing

6 large eggs
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp paprika (plus extra for garnish)
1 tsp sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste

Vegetables & Herbs

½ cup finely chopped celery
¼ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup chopped dill pickles or sweet relish
1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

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Instructions

Cook the macaroni: Bring salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, usually about 7-8 minutes. Drain well and set aside to cool slightly.
Boil the eggs: Place the eggs in cold water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and let the eggs sit in hot water for 10-12 minutes. Then transfer to ice water to cool completely. Peel the eggs and chop them coarsely.
Prepare the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
Combine ingredients: Fold the chopped boiled eggs into the dressing along with chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles or sweet relish, chopped chives or green onions if using, and fresh parsley. Mix gently to combine all flavors.
Mix with macaroni: Add the cooked macaroni to the egg dressing mixture and toss gently until the pasta is thoroughly coated and ingredients are evenly distributed.
Chill and serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld. Before serving, garnish with an extra sprinkle of paprika for color and flavor.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad at least 1 hour before serving.
You can substitute dill pickles with sweet relish depending on your taste preference.
Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley and chives for a fresh, vibrant taste.
Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika as needed.
Use gluten-free macaroni to make this recipe gluten-free.