Description
Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy twist on traditional macaroni salad, combining the comforting texture of elbow macaroni with the bright, zesty flavors of deviled eggs. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and family gatherings, this refreshing dish offers a satisfying blend of creamy dressing, crunchy veggies, and flavorful seasoning that pleases every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
Deviled Egg Mixture
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Fresh Vegetables
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 green onions, sliced
Garnish and Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook and Cool Macaroni: Boil the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
- Prepare the Deviled Egg Mixture: Peel the hard-boiled eggs and separate the yolks from the whites. Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, yellow mustard, pickle relish, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy, forming the base of the dressing.
- Chop and Mix: Dice the egg whites, celery, and green onions into bite-sized pieces. Combine these with the cooled macaroni and the creamy yolk mixture, folding gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season and Chill: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or mustard if desired. Sprinkle paprika over the top for color and flavor. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Cook pasta until al dente to prevent mushy texture.
- Chill the salad thoroughly to enhance flavor and thicken dressing.
- Use fresh hard-boiled eggs for best texture and taste.
- Mix ingredients gently to avoid breaking the macaroni.
- Adjust mustard and relish quantities to suit personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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