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Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad - The Ultimate Summer Side Dish

This creamy deviled egg pasta salad combines the classic flavors of deviled eggs with the satisfying texture of pasta for a side dish that will steal the show at any gathering. With its velvety mayo-based dressing, perfectly cooked eggs, and colorful vegetables, this recipe delivers the ultimate comfort food experience that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni or small pasta shells
  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The dressing should be smooth and well-combined.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, parsley, and pickle relish to the pasta. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Be careful not to break up the eggs too much.
  4. Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor. Before serving, give it a gentle stir and sprinkle with additional paprika for garnish.

Notes

Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs: Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan, cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat. Let stand 12 minutes, then transfer to ice water. Pasta Texture: Cook pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy when mixed with the dressing. Flavor Development: This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to meld together.