Description
This Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful side dish combining classic deviled egg flavors with tender elbow macaroni and fresh vegetables. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a refreshing summer meal, this salad is easy to prepare and sure to delight the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil elbow macaroni in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the macaroni and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta. Set aside.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sweet pickle relish, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs and Veggies: Gently fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, and fresh parsley into the dressing mixture to evenly distribute all ingredients without breaking up the eggs too much.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing and vegetables, mixing carefully until everything is well coated and combined.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with an extra sprinkle of paprika and freshly chopped parsley for color and added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure macaroni is fully cooled before mixing to avoid the dressing becoming watery.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute mayonnaise with a vegan alternative.
- This salad can be prepared a day ahead and kept refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- Use fresh parsley for the best aroma and color.
