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Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad

Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad: Creamy Comfort for Any Occasion

Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad combines creamy macaroni with the zesty flavors of deviled eggs, perfect for picnics and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni or shells or rotini
  • 4 large eggs hard-boiled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard or Dijon for sharper flavor
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika for elevated flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup celery finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles or relish finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chives or green onions chopped
For Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon additional paprika for serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook macaroni for 7–8 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then cover and let sit for 10–12 minutes. Cool in an ice bath, peel, and chop.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, paprika, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Fold in chopped eggs, celery, onion, and pickles into the dressing, mixing gently.
  5. Add cooled macaroni to the mixture, folding in until coated without breaking the pasta.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Stir gently and garnish with paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with additional ingredients like bacon or different vegetables. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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