Description
A creamy, tangy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad featuring chopped hard-boiled eggs, tender pasta, and a zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and sweet pickle relish. Perfectly chilled to meld flavors, this salad is a delightful side dish for picnics, potlucks, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni or rotini recommended)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta and stop the cooking process.
- Combine Eggs and Pasta: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped hard-boiled eggs and the cooled pasta, gently stirring to combine the two uniformly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, sweet pickle relish, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Mix Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta and egg mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and lightly dust with paprika for added color and flavor, if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill properly for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Use elbow macaroni or rotini for the best texture and dressing adherence.
- Make sure eggs are fully cooled before chopping to maintain their shape in the salad.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and mustard based on your preference for creaminess and tang.
- Can be made a day ahead and stored refrigerated to deepen the flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Serve chilled and consume within 2-3 days for maximum freshness.
