Deviled Egg Pasta Salad, combining the tangy flavors of deviled eggs with the heartiness of pasta perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a satisfying lunch. I’ll also include the approximate protein content at the end.
🥚 Deviled Egg Pasta Salad Recipe
📋 Ingredients:
For the Salad:
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8 large eggs
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8 oz elbow macaroni (or small shells, about 2 cups dry)
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½ cup celery, finely diced
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¼ cup red onion, finely diced
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2 tablespoons dill pickles or relish (optional)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
For the Deviled Egg Dressing:
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional for depth)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or pickle juice
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½ teaspoon paprika (plus more for garnish)
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
🥣 Instructions:
1. Cook the Eggs:
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Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil.
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Once boiling, cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 10–12 minutes.
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Transfer to an ice bath, peel, and chop finely.
2. Cook the Pasta:
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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
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Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Let cool completely.
3. Make the Dressing:
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In a large bowl, mash 4 of the cooked eggs with a fork (this adds body and deviled egg flavor).
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Add mayonnaise, both mustards, vinegar or pickle juice, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Mix until creamy and smooth.
4. Assemble the Salad:
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Add the cooled pasta, remaining chopped eggs, celery, onion, and pickles to the dressing.
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Mix gently until well coated.
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Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
5. Serve:
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Sprinkle with paprika and chopped herbs if desired before serving.
🥚 Approximate Protein Content (Per Serving):
This recipe makes about 6 servings.
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Eggs (8 large): ~6g protein each × 8 = 48g
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Pasta (8 oz dry): ~7g protein per cup cooked × ~4 cups = 28g
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Mayonnaise & other additions: ~2g (minimal)
Total Protein: ~78g for the whole recipe
Per Serving (1/6): ~13g protein
🧩 Optional Add-Ins for More Protein:
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Crumbled bacon or turkey bacon
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Chopped cooked chicken or ham
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Greek yogurt in place of some mayo (boosts protein and lowers fat)