Description
This Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy, and satisfying twist on the classic macaroni salad, featuring chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, onions, and pickles tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect as a side dish for picnics, barbecues, or casual family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
Eggs
- 6 large eggs
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Mix-Ins
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- ¼ cup chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped dill pickles or sweet relish
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain well and set aside to cool slightly.
- Boil the eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat and let sit for 10-12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice water bath to cool completely, then peel and chop.
- Make the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Add chopped ingredients: Fold the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, pickles (or relish), and optional chives or green onions into the dressing, mixing gently to combine.
- Combine with pasta: Add the cooked macaroni into the bowl and carefully mix until the pasta is evenly coated in the dressing and all ingredients are well distributed.
- Chill and serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld. Before serving, garnish with extra paprika and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- For best flavor, chill the salad for at least one hour before serving.
- You can substitute sweet relish for dill pickles depending on your preferred sweetness or tartness.
- Use fresh herbs like chives or parsley to brighten the salad and add freshness.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the seasoning, especially salt and pepper, based on your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: macaroni salad, deviled egg salad, picnic side dish, potluck recipe, pasta salad, egg salad
