Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
This creamy and zesty pasta salad combines the classic flavors of deviled eggs with pasta for a delicious side dish. Perfect for gatherings, it features hardboiled eggs, a tangy dressing, and optional crispy bacon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 hardboiled eggs
- 8 ounces ditalini, small penne, or elbow macaroni
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar or fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or crushed to a paste
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to the package instructions, adding a pinch of salt to the water. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled.
- Peel the hardboiled eggs and separate the yolks from the whites. Chop the egg whites and set aside. Crush or press the egg yolks through a fine sieve into a large mixing bowl.
- To the bowl with the egg yolks, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and stir until evenly coated.
- Fold in the chopped egg whites, red onion, and green onions. If using, sprinkle in the crumbled bacon.
- Garnish with extra green onions and a dash of paprika if desired. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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