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Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

This Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is a creamy and delicious side dish perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and uses a flavorful deviled egg dressing to coat every bite of pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 large hard-boiled eggs
  • 8 ounces ditalini pasta (or small penne, or elbow macaroni)
  • 0.75 cup mayonnaise
  • 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar (or fresh lemon juice)
  • 1 clove garlic finely minced or crushed to paste
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons red onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
  • 0.25 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (OPTIONAL)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package, adding a generous tablespoon or so of kosher salt to the water as it cooks. Drain in a colander and rinse until the pasta is cool. As the pasta is cooking, peel the eggs and separate the yolks from the whites.
  2. Chop the egg whites and set aside. Crush the yolks into a fine powder or use a wooden spoon to press them through a fine metal strainer into a large mixing bowl. Add the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, garlic, salt, paprika, and pepper to the bowl with the egg yolks. Whisk to combine.
  3. Add the cool pasta to the dressing in the bowl and stir to coat the pasta. Add the red onion, green onions, and egg whites. Stir to combine. Garnish with additional green onions and paprika, if desired. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

This pasta salad is best served chilled. It can be made a day in advance, making it a great option for picnics and potlucks.