Deviled Egg Pasta Salad – The Ultimate Picnic Side! 🥚🍝


 

1️⃣ Cook & Cool Pasta

  • Boil pasta al dente, drain, and rinse under cold water.

2️⃣ Mix Dressing

  • In a bowl, whisk mayo, mustard, relish, paprika, garlic powder, salt & pepper.

3️⃣ Assemble Salad

  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, eggs, celery, onion, pickles, and bacon.

  • Pour dressing over and toss gently.

4️⃣ Chill & Serve

  • Refrigerate 1 hour (or overnight) for best flavor.

  • Garnish with extra paprika and chives.


Pro Tips

🥓 Extra crispy bacon: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 mins.
🍋 Brighter flavor? Add 1 tbsp lemon juice to the dressing.
🧊 Avoid dryness: Stir in 1-2 tbsp milk if needed before serving.


Serving Ideas

🍔 With burgers & hot dogs – Classic BBQ pairing
🥗 As a main dish – Add grilled chicken or shrimp
🧺 Perfect for picnics – Stays fresh for hours