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Deviled Egg Macaroni Salad

All the tangy flavor of deviled eggs, tossed into a cool, creamy macaroni salad.

By Ree DrummondPublished: May 12, 2026
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Yields:
14 - 16 serving(s)
Prep Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
the pioneer woman's deviled egg macaroni salad recipe
C.W. Newell

Deviled eggs and macaroni salad are two of my favorite foods on planet Earth, so one sunny day I combined both in one big heapin’ bowl and this deviled egg macaroni salad came to be. And then I had a scoop. And another. And another. And seven more after that.

I’m pretty picky about macaroni salad, and this version has everything I’m looking for and nothing I’m not. It’s full of tangy, crunchy bits like pickles, celery, and bell pepper, plus chopped hard-boiled eggs and a creamy, mustardy dressing that tastes just like a deviled egg. In fact, if you like deviled egg recipes, try this! I have a sneaking suspicion you’ll love it.

Can you make deviled egg macaroni salad ahead of time?

Yes! This salad tastes even better after it has chilled in the fridge for a few hours, and you can make it up to a day ahead. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and be sure to give it a good stir before serving.

Leftover deviled egg macaroni salad will keep for up to three days in the refrigerator. If it seems a little dry, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it up, since the pasta may soak up some of the dressing as it sits.

How long can deviled egg macaroni salad sit out?

A pasta salad with mayonnaise like this shouldn’t sit out for longer than two hours—or one hour if it’s 90 degrees Fahrenheit outside or hotter. The salad is best served nice and cold, so keep it in your fridge (or ice chest if you’re taking it to a picnic) until just before serving.

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Ingredients

  • 12 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for the pasta water
  • 1 lb. elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles, plus 1/4 cup pickle brine from the jar
  • 1 Tbsp. white vinegar
  • 2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tsp. hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 roasted or raw red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped

Directions

    1. Step 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the eggs into the boiling water. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the eggs with the slotted spoon to the bowl of ice water; let cool completely, about 10 minutes. Peel the eggs and roughly chop.
    2. Step 2Meanwhile, bring a second large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 1 minute longer than the package directs. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool.
    3. Step 3In a very large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, pickle brine, vinegar, sugar, black pepper, paprika, 2½ teaspoons salt, and hot sauce (if using). Fold in the chives, celery, red bell pepper, onion, pickles, eggs, and pasta. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Garnish with paprika and chives before serving.

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