Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad Recipe
A creamy and flavorful deviled egg pasta salad combining tender macaroni, chopped hard boiled eggs, crisp celery, savory bacon, and a zesty homemade mayonnaise dressing. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or light lunch, this easy-to-make salad balances rich and tangy flavors with crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pasta and Eggs
- 8 ounces macaroni pasta (or any small cut pasta)
- 6 peeled hard boiled eggs
Vegetables and Bacon
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup cooked chopped bacon (2–3 pieces)
Dressing
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Paprika (for garnish, if desired)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the macaroni pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking. Place the cooled pasta in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare the Eggs: Separate the hard boiled eggs into whites and yolks. Chop the egg whites into small pieces and add them directly to the bowl with the pasta. Mash the yolks with a fork until crumbly, then add them to the bowl as well.
- Add Vegetables and Bacon: To the pasta and eggs, add the chopped celery, red onion, green onion, and cooked chopped bacon for flavor and crunch.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, grated garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle paprika and extra chopped green onions over the salad for garnish. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days for flavors to meld.
Notes
- For best texture, rinse pasta with cold water after cooking to cool quickly and reduce stickiness.
- Use fresh hard boiled eggs for optimal taste and texture.
- Can be made a few hours in advance and chilled to enhance flavors.
- Substitute bacon with cooked pancetta or omit for a vegetarian version (remove bacon).
- Adjust mayonnaise quantity to your preferred creaminess.
- Ensure garlic is finely grated to avoid chunks in the dressing.
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