Description
Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is a creamy, tangy, and satisfying dish that combines perfectly cooked rotini pasta with chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh vegetables. It’s a delightful twist on classic deviled eggs turned into a refreshing pasta salad, ideal for potlucks, picnics, or easy make-ahead lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz rotini or elbow pasta
Egg Mixture
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional Garnish
- paprika or chopped chives
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool it down.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a creamy deviled egg dressing.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled pasta, chopped celery, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley to the bowl. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Season and Chill: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt, pepper, or paprika. Cover the salad and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Serve and Garnish: Before serving, garnish with extra paprika or chopped chives if desired for added color and flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Add diced pickles or a splash of pickle juice for an extra tangy flavor.
- This salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a make-ahead lunch option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
