Description
Tasty Deviled Eggs Pasta Salad is a delightful twist on the classic appetizer, perfect for any gathering or casual meal. This creamy pasta salad combines the beloved flavors of deviled eggs with the satisfying texture of small pasta, making it a hit at picnics, potlucks, and family dinners. With a blend of mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and spices, every bite is packed with flavor. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes! Enjoy it chilled as a refreshing main dish or side that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 8 ounces small pasta (ditalini, small penne, or elbow macaroni)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup cooked crumbled turkey bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dijon mustard, vinegar (or lemon juice), minced garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Chop the hard-boiled eggs and gently fold them into the dressing along with the cooked pasta and diced onions.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg