Whip up a batch of this deviled egg macaroni salad for an easy side dish to serve up for dinner. This macaroni salad recipe is made with pasta, hardboiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish and more. Give this egg pasta salad a try this week.
The salad is often served chilled and can be enjoyed as a side dish at barbecues, picnics, or potlucks, or as a light lunch or dinner. It gets its name from the combination of deviled egg flavors, such as the use of mayonnaise and mustard, which are common ingredients in deviled egg recipes.
Try out this dill pasta salad or even my quick and simple broccoli salad recipe. Both make delicious side dishes to go with dinner this week.
Why we love this recipe!
- Simple ingredients
- Creamy based
- Tasty pasta salad
- Flavor of deviled eggs paired with pasta
Key Ingredients
- Eggs – Hard boiled eggs.
- Pasta – Elbow macaroni shells.
- Mayonnaise & Mustard – Base to creamy sauce.
- Onion – Yellow, diced finely.
- Pickle Relish – Sweet pickle relish.
- Seasoning – Salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Green Onions – Diced finely, garnish.
The complete list of ingredients, quantities, and instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.
How To Make
- Cook the macaroni noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse with cold water to cool them down.
- Peel all 8 hard-boiled eggs. Set aside 2 eggs and slice them into rounds for garnish.
- Add the remaining 8 eggs to a mixing bowl and mash them using a fork or potato masher.
- To the mashed eggs, add mayonnaise, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, diced onion, and salt and pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Add the cooked macaroni noodles to the egg mixture and stir to combine everything thoroughly.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
- To garnish, top the salad with the sliced eggs, a sprinkle of paprika, and green onions (if using).
- Cover the bowl and chill the deviled egg macaroni salad in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Tips from our Recipe Developer
- Use cold water to rinse the cooked pasta: Rinsing the cooked pasta with cold water helps to stop the cooking process and prevents the noodles from becoming too soft. It also cools the pasta down quickly, making it easier to handle.
- Chill the salad before serving: Deviled egg pasta salad tastes best when it is chilled for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and the salad to develop a more cohesive taste.
- Don’t overcook the eggs: Overcooking the eggs can result in a rubbery texture and a greenish-gray ring around the yolk. Be sure to follow the instructions for boiling the eggs and allow them to cool before peeling and adding to the salad.
- Use high-quality ingredients: Since deviled egg pasta salad has relatively few ingredients, it’s important to use high-quality ones. Use fresh eggs, good quality mayonnaise, and a good brand of yellow mustard to ensure the flavors come together well.
- Add additional ingredients for more flavor: While the basic recipe for deviled egg pasta salad is delicious, you can add additional ingredients to give the salad even more flavor. Try adding diced celery, bell peppers, or cooked bacon to the mixture to add a little extra crunch and flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: The amount of salt and pepper you add to the salad will depend on your personal preference, so be sure to taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Storing Tips
Refrigerator
Store the pasta salad in an airtight container to keep it fresh and prevent it from drying out. If you don’t have an airtight container, you can use plastic wrap or aluminum foil to cover the salad tightly. Refrigerate for 2-4 days.
Freezing
Freezing can negatively impact the texture and flavor of the ingredients, causing the salad to become mushy and unappetizing when thawed.
What To Serve With Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad
Chicken pairs well with the creamy and tangy flavors of deviled egg pasta salad. The smoky flavors of the grilled meat can help to balance out the richness of the salad.
Barbecue ribs are a classic pairing with pasta salad. The sweet and tangy flavors of the ribs pair well with the creamy and slightly spicy flavors of the pasta salad.
This pasta salad can be a great side dish to serve with sandwiches, such as turkey or ham sandwiches. The salad provides a cool and refreshing counterpoint to the warm and savory sandwich.
Burgers are a classic summer food and they pair well with salad. The rich and savory flavors of the burger can be balanced out by the creamy and tangy flavors of the salad.
Recipe FAQs
Celery, broccoli, carrots, or other veggies can be added. Even some bell pepper will work great for you to mix in the salad.
Rinsing the cooked pasta before making pasta salad is an important step because it helps to cool down the pasta quickly and washes away the excess starch.
Yes, you can definitely make deviled egg pasta salad a day in advance. In fact, making the pasta salad ahead of time can be a great way to save time and make meal preparation easier.
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Printable Recipe Card
Deviled egg macaroni salad
Ingredients
- 8 hardboiled eggs + 2 for garnish
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- ¼ cup onion diced
- 3 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for garnish optional
- Green onion for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni noodles according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them with cold water to cool them down.
- Peel all 8 hard-boiled eggs. Set aside 2 eggs and slice them into rounds for garnish.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the remaining 8 eggs using a fork or potato masher.
- To the mashed eggs, add mayonnaise, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, diced onion, and salt and pepper. Stir the ingredients together to combine.
- Add the cooked macaroni noodles to the egg mixture and stir everything together until well combined.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish the salad with the sliced eggs, a sprinkle of paprika, and green onions (if using).
- Cover the bowl and chill the deviled egg macaroni salad in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.
Notes
- Pasta – Any small pasta works for this recipe. I used elbow macaroni but feel free to use rotini, shells, etc.
- Pickle Relish – If you don’t want a sweet pickle relish dill relish will work as well.
- Seasoning – You can change up the spices you use for this recipe. A creole seasoning would be delicious as well.
Nutrition Information
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