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Egg Pasta Salad

Creamy Egg Pasta Salad that Will Brighten Your Day

Delight your taste buds with this Egg Pasta Salad, a creamy and refreshing dish perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Can substitute with gluten-free pasta.
  • 4 large Eggs Hard-boiled.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Can swap for diced regular tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Zucchini can be substituted.
  • 1 red Bell pepper Yellow or orange peppers work well too.
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Green onions can replace if desired.
  • 1 cup Frozen peas Thawed; fresh peas can be used instead.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Omit or substitute with honey for sweetness if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar Lemon juice can also be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions, usually around 7-9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a separate pot, place the large eggs and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let sit for 9-12 minutes. Cool, peel, and chop the eggs.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add chopped cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and thawed peas. Gently toss together.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine the cooled pasta and chopped eggs with the vegetable mixture. Drizzle the dressing over and mix gently to coat.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead of time. Serve chilled for best flavor.

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