Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Serves: 10-12 people
Today we have the perfect combo of two beloved dishes – deviled eggs and macaroni salad all mixed into one incredible side dish! This creamy, tangy salad brings together all those classic deviled egg flavors with hearty pasta. It’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and family gatherings where you want something that will disappear fast.
What You Need (Ingredients)
- 12 large eggs – hard-boiled and peeled
- 1 lb elbow macaroni – cooked and cooled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper – to taste
- 1/2 cup celery – finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion – finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dill pickles – finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley – chopped (optional, for color)
How to Make Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad (Step by Step)
Step 1: Get Your Eggs Ready
Cut all your hard-boiled eggs in half. Carefully take out the yellow yolks and put them in a big mixing bowl. Chop up the white parts into bite-sized pieces and set them aside for later.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Deviled Egg Dressing
Take those egg yolks and mash them up really well with a fork until they’re smooth. Add the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until it’s nice and creamy – this is your deviled egg dressing!
Step 3: Mix Everything Together
Add your cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Then add the chopped egg whites, celery, red onion, dill pickles, and parsley if you’re using it. Gently mix everything together until all the pasta and ingredients are coated with that delicious dressing.
Step 4: Let It Chill and Get Tasty
Cover your salad and put it in the fridge for at least 1 hour. This lets all the flavors blend together and makes it taste even better. Before you serve it, sprinkle some extra paprika on top to make it look like classic deviled eggs!
Pro Tips for Perfect Macaroni Salad
- Perfect hard-boiled eggs: Put eggs in cold water, bring to a boil, then turn off heat and let sit for 12 minutes. Cool in ice water right away so they peel easily.
- Don’t skip the cooling: Make sure your pasta is completely cool before mixing or it will make your mayo dressing watery.
- Chop everything small: Keep all your add-ins about the same small size so every bite has a little bit of everything.
- Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste it and add more salt, pepper, or mustard if needed.
Easy Ways to Make It Your Own
- Add bacon: Crumbled bacon makes everything better
- Try different pickles: Sweet pickles instead of dill for a different flavor
- Add some crunch: Chopped almonds or sunflower seeds are great
- Make it spicy: A dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper kicks it up
- Fresh herbs: Chives or green onions instead of parsley
Perfect for Any Gathering
This deviled egg macaroni salad is ideal for:
- Summer barbecues and picnics
- Church potlucks and community events
- Family reunions and holidays
- Work parties and office lunches
- Any time you need to feed a crowd
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
This salad actually gets better as it sits! You can make it up to 2 days ahead and keep it covered in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 4 days. Just give it a gentle stir before serving and add a little more mayo if it looks dry.
Serving Suggestions
This hearty salad goes perfectly with:
- Grilled burgers and hot dogs
- Fried chicken or barbecue ribs
- Fresh corn on the cob
- Watermelon and other summer fruits
- Ice-cold lemonade or sweet tea
Why This Recipe Is So Popular
People love this salad because it combines two favorite dishes into one amazing side. You get all the creamy, tangy flavor of deviled eggs plus the hearty satisfaction of pasta salad. It’s comfort food that feeds a crowd without breaking the bank.
Shopping Made Simple
Everything you need is easy to find:
- Buy pre-cooked eggs from the deli to save time
- Any elbow macaroni brand works perfectly
- Use your favorite brand of mayo and mustard
- Fresh vegetables from the produce section
Make It Ahead for Stress-Free Entertaining
This is the perfect make-ahead dish:
- Night before: Make the whole salad and refrigerate overnight
- Morning of: Just stir and add the paprika garnish
- Busy day: Everything can be prepped and mixed when convenient
Kid-Friendly Tips
If you’re serving kids:
- Go easy on the onion or leave it out
- Use sweet pickles instead of dill
- Let them help sprinkle the paprika on top
- Serve smaller portions – it’s quite rich and filling
Budget-Friendly Crowd Pleaser
This recipe feeds a lot of people without costing much:
- Uses simple, affordable ingredients
- One batch serves 10-12 people easily
- Tastes expensive but costs very little to make
- Great way to stretch a meal when feeding a crowd
Try this amazing deviled egg macaroni salad and watch it become the most requested dish at every gathering!
