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Egg Macaroni Salad

Creamy Egg Macaroni Salad That Steals the BBQ Show

This Egg Macaroni Salad combines deviled eggs and pasta for a creamy, delicious side dish that’s perfect for barbecues and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni or small pasta shapes like rotini or shells
  • 4 large Eggs hard-boiled
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar is a suitable replacement
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or to taste
  • to taste Salt adjust according to preference
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust according to preference
  • 1 cup Celery chopped, or can swap for diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced or substitute green onions
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickles or relish
  • to taste Chives or Green Onions optional
For Garnishing
  • to taste Extra Paprika for sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Place eggs in a medium saucepan, cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let sit for 10-12 minutes. Transfer eggs to ice water to cool, then peel.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Chop peeled eggs and fold into the dressing. Add chopped celery, red onion, and dill pickles or relish. Mix until well combined.
  5. Add cooled macaroni to the mixing bowl and gently fold it into the salad, ensuring all pasta is coated with the dressing.
  6. Transfer salad to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled and garnish with extra paprika.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, wait to add any crunchy ingredients like celery until closer to serving. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

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