🥚 Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad
The Ultimate Cookout Side Dish with Bold Flavor and Creamy Texture
If you love deviled eggs and macaroni salad, this mash-up is about to be your new obsession. Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad combines the tangy, creamy flavor of classic deviled eggs with the hearty comfort of elbow pasta. It’s a staple for BBQs, potlucks, Easter spreads, and basically any event with a picnic table involved.
Made with hard-boiled eggs, tender pasta, crisp celery, and a punchy mustard-mayo dressing, this salad is flavorful, satisfying, and ridiculously easy to make.
❤️ Why I Love This Recipe
This dish has everything: bold deviled egg flavor, satisfying pasta texture, and crunchy veggie bites for contrast. It’s tangy from mustard and vinegar, creamy from mayo and egg yolks, and perfect for make-ahead meals.
Pair it with main dishes like Easy Turkey Wings or Cajun Chicken Sausage Gumbo for a complete Southern comfort meal.
🛒 Ingredients
- 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika, plus extra for garnish
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for color)
👨🍳 How to Make Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad
1. Prepare the Eggs
Cut hard-boiled eggs in half.
Scoop out the yolks and place them in a large bowl.
Chop the egg whites and set aside.
2. Make the Deviled Egg Dressing
Mash yolks with a fork until smooth.
Add mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Stir until creamy and well blended.
3. Assemble the Salad
To the dressing bowl, add:
- Cooked elbow macaroni
- Chopped egg whites
- Celery, red onion, dill pickles, and parsley
Gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with the deviled egg dressing.
4. Chill and Serve
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Before serving, sprinkle with extra paprika for a classic deviled egg finish.
🔄 Ingredient Tips & Swaps
- Mayonnaise: Use full-fat for creaminess, or Greek yogurt for a tangy lighter twist.
- Pickles: Sweet pickles can sub in for dill if you prefer a sweeter bite.
- Mustard: Yellow keeps it traditional, but Dijon or spicy brown are bold swaps.
- Add-ins: Try chopped ham, bacon bits, or shredded cheddar for an upgrade.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Shock-boil your eggs: Place in boiling water for 11–12 minutes, then cool in ice water for easy peeling.
- Don’t overcook the pasta—slightly al dente is ideal for texture.
- Make ahead for best flavor. The salad tastes even better the next day!
🍽️ What to Serve With It
- Pair with Easy Turkey Wings for a hearty plate
- Serve with Cajun Chicken Sausage Gumbo
- Add to brunch with One Pan Breakfast Bake
- End your cookout with Big Family Banana Pudding
- Sneak in a sweet bite of Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
- Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days
- Stir before serving, especially if made ahead
- Avoid freezing—mayonnaise-based dressings don’t freeze well
🔗 More Recipes You’ll Love
- Easy Turkey Wings
- Cajun Chicken Sausage Gumbo
- One Pan Breakfast Bake
- Big Family Banana Pudding
- Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
✨ Final Thoughts
This Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad is proof that sometimes, the best dishes are the ones that mix our favorites together. With every bite, you get creamy yolks, tender pasta, crisp veggies, and tangy dressing—it’s nostalgic, flavorful, and just plain good.
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