Best 7 Macaroni Egg Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that is Macaroni Egg Salad, a classic dish that effortlessly blends the creaminess of hard-boiled eggs with the comforting chewiness of macaroni pasta. This versatile salad has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide, earning a place as a staple in picnic baskets, potlucks, and lunch boxes. With variations ranging from the classic mayonnaise-based dressing to tangy mustard or creamy avocado iterations, this versatile dish caters to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Dive into the culinary journey of Macaroni Egg Salad, where simplicity meets satisfaction, and discover the secrets behind its enduring popularity.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Macaroni Egg Salad**: Master the timeless recipe that combines hard-boiled eggs, macaroni, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings for a harmonious balance of flavors.

2. **Mustard Macaroni Egg Salad**: Experience a zesty twist on the classic with a tangy mustard-based dressing that adds a pop of flavor to the traditional ingredients.

3. **Avocado Macaroni Egg Salad**: Embrace a creamy and healthy rendition by incorporating ripe avocados into the dressing, adding a luscious texture and a boost of nutrients.

4. **Loaded Macaroni Egg Salad**: Elevate the classic salad with a variety of mix-ins, such as crispy bacon, crunchy walnuts, or sweet grapes, creating a medley of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

5. **Keto Macaroni Egg Salad**: Transform this beloved dish into a keto-friendly delight by using low-carb macaroni alternatives, such as zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles, and a mayonnaise-free dressing made with olive oil and lemon juice.

6. **Vegan Macaroni Egg Salad**: Create a plant-based version by replacing hard-boiled eggs with tofu or chickpeas, and using a vegan mayonnaise alternative. This variation offers a delicious and cruelty-free take on the classic recipe.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MACARONI EGG SALAD



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"This tasty dish proves you don't have to feed a crowd to enjoy that delicious picnic salad flavor," says Ruth Wimmer of Bland, Virginia. "Hard-cooked egg makes it nice and hearty."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
Dash pepper
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water., In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard and pepper. Stir in celery and onion. Fold in macaroni and egg. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 805mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

DEVILED EGG MACARONI SALAD



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Macaroni salad and deviled eggs belong together: Be voted most popular at the next BBQ or potluck with this creamy mash-up.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 large eggs
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces (about 2 cups) elbow pasta
2 medium carrots, grated (about 1/2 cup)
1 medium celery stalk, diced
1/4 small red onion, finely chopped, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
2 teaspoons sugar
4 sprigs fresh chives, chopped
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Put the eggs in a large pot and add enough water to cover them by 1-inch. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Let boil for 1 minute then turn off the heat, cover the eggs and let sit for 10 minutes. Drain the eggs and immediately submerge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Let sit for 10 minutes. Peel the eggs, cut them in half and separate the whites from the yolks. Transfer the yolks to a medium bowl. Chop 12 egg halves into 1/2-inch pieces and set aside. Place the remaining 12 egg halves, cut side up, on a cutting board or plate.
  • Add 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the egg yolks. Mash with a fork until well combined then stir vigorously to smooth out any lumps. Reserve 1/4 cup of the mixture and transfer the rest to a large resealable plastic bag. Snip a 1/2-inch piece off 1 corner of the bag and pipe the mixture into the center of the egg whites on the cutting board. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
  • Fold the carrots, celery, red onion, sugar, 1 tablespoon chives and remaining 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon vinegar, reserved chopped egg whites, reserved deviled egg mixture, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper into the pasta and mix until well combined. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle half of the remaining chives and half of the paprika over top. Top the pasta with the deviled eggs. Sprinkle with remaining chives and paprika.

EGG & MACARONI SALAD



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Starting with the Old-fashioned Egg Salad, this recipe is modified to be a great pasta salad. This variation pairs pasta with eggs and is brightened by green pepper and pimietos.-American Egg Board, Linda Braun, Park Ridge, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 recipe Old-Fashioned Egg Salad
1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 jar (2 ounces) chopped pimientos, drained
Lettuce leaves
Paprika, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine egg salad, macaroni, green pepper, mayonnaise and pimientos. Cover and chill. For each serving, spoon about 3/4 cup onto a lettuce leaf. Sprinkle with paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

MACARONI AND EGG SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup minced red onion
8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 chopped celery stalk
1 chopped hard-cooked egg
1/3 cup mayonnaise
pinch of cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Soak 1/4 cup minced red onion in cold water, 10 minutes; drain. Cook 8 ounces elbow macaroni as the label directs; drain and rinse under cold water. Toss the macaroni, onion, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 chopped hard-cooked egg, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, a pinch of cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon each olive oil and white wine vinegar, and 3 tablespoons chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

SIMPLE MACARONI SALAD WITH EGG



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This is a very basic pasta salad, easily fixed up by adding extra vegetables or some chopped salami.

Provided by sandi

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups macaroni
2 eggs
2 tablespoons chopped dill pickles
¾ cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
¾ cup fat free Italian-style dressing
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, eggs, pickles, celery and green onions. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 386.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

BACON AND EGG MACARONI SALAD



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Popular macaroni salad a homemade makeover by adding the smoky flavors of bacon and the heartiness of chopped eggs. From Mr. Food.

Provided by LINDA BAILEY

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb elbow macaroni
8 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 c chopped celery
1/2 c finely chopped red onion
2 c mayonnaise
1 tsp salt
3/4 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot of boiling water,cook macaroni 7-9 minutes,or just until tender. Drain,rinse, and let cool. Place macaroni in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

E-Z POTATO, EGG AND MACARONI SALAD



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Make and share this E-Z Potato, Egg and Macaroni Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ruth923

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 large potatoes
1 dozen hardboiled egg
1/4 sweet onion, chopped
1 cup salad dressing (Miracle Whip type)
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 1/3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 lb macaroni, cooked

Steps:

  • Put in the Microwave the 7 potatoes and cook until done.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine yellow mustard, sweet onion, vinegar, and salad dressing.
  • Chop eggs.
  • Take potatoes out of microwave and peel and cut up.
  • Add all ingredients into a larger mixing bowl and toss.
  • Put in refrigerator for about an hour then serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your macaroni egg salad taste its best. Use large eggs, mayonnaise made with avocado oil, and freshly chopped celery and onion.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente: The macaroni should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. This will help it hold its shape in the salad.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings the macaroni egg salad together. Use a mayonnaise-based dressing with plenty of mustard, vinegar, and salt.
  • Add some crunch: Celery and onion add crunch and flavor to the salad. You can also add other crunchy vegetables, such as carrots or bell peppers.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad to set. Serve the salad on a bed of greens or with crackers or bread.

Conclusion:

Macaroni egg salad is a classic dish that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and everyday meals. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a macaroni egg salad that is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give macaroni egg salad a try.

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