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Deviled Egg Pasta Salad

Creamy Deviled Egg Pasta Salad for Your Summer BBQ Bash

This Deviled Egg Pasta Salad is a creamy and satisfying dish perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Small Pasta (elbows or ditalini) Substitute with gluten-free pasta if desired.
For the Creamy Base
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Consider using Greek yogurt or avocado for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Pickle Juice Enhances flavor; adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Substitute with yellow mustard for a milder flavor.
For the Eggs
  • 4 Hard Boiled Eggs Essential for deviled egg flavor.
For the Crunch
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Swap with green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pickles Use dill or sweet pickles according to preference.
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Green Onions Can be substituted with chives.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can add a different flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the small pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Mix the Creamy Base: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, pickle juice, and Dijon mustard. Stir until creamy. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Gently fold in the cooled pasta, diced hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and pickles into the creamy mixture.
  4. Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Stir the salad, sprinkle paprika on top, and add sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is perfect for potlucks and barbecues and should be served chilled.

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