Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad Recipe
This Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad combines tender macaroni pasta with chopped hard-boiled eggs, crisp celery, flavorful onions, and smoky bacon, all tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and garlic. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or as a side dish, this salad offers a unique twist on classic deviled eggs in a delicious, easy-to-make pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 6 peeled hard boiled eggs
- 8 ounces macaroni pasta (any small cut pasta can be used)
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup cooked chopped bacon (2–3 pieces)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Paprika (for garnish, if desired)
Dressing Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, grated
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the macaroni pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it with cool water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. 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 to the bowl with the pasta. Mash the yolks finely with a fork, then add them to the bowl as well.
- Add Vegetables and Bacon: Add the chopped celery, red onion, green onion, and cooked chopped bacon pieces to the bowl with the pasta and eggs. Sprinkle in the salt and pepper to season.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, grated garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the creamy dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if necessary.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with extra chopped green onions and a sprinkle of paprika if desired. Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use any small cut pasta such as elbow macaroni, shells, or penne for this salad.
- For a smoky flavor, ensure the bacon is cooked until crisp before chopping.
- You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise to make the salad creamier or lighter to your preference.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator to let flavors meld.
- To make it vegetarian, omit bacon or substitute with a plant-based bacon alternative.
Keywords: deviled egg pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, picnic salad, bacon pasta salad, egg salad pasta, quick pasta salad
