Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Ditalini pasta (or other small pasta)
- 6 Hard boiled eggs (cooled and peeled)
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard (yellow prepared mustard can be used instead)
- ¼ teaspoon horseradish (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup celery (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup dill pickle (finely chopped)
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon green onion (for garnish, optional)
- sprinkle paprika (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Start by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions. I always go for al dente because the pasta will soak up some dressing as it sits. Once it’s cooked, drain it and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set it aside in a large bowl.
- While the pasta cooks, work on your eggs. Peel your hard-boiled eggs, then slice them in half. Separate the yolks from the whites. Chop the whites into small pieces and add them to the bowl with the pasta.
- In a separate bowl, combine the mayo, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, horseradish (if using), paprika, salt, and pepper. Mash the egg yolks with a fork until smooth, then mix them into the dressing. It’ll look a little lumpy at first, but don’t worry—it blends beautifully once mixed with the pasta.
- Add the chopped celery, pickles, and green onions to the pasta and egg whites. Pour the dressing over everything and gently fold it all together until the pasta is fully coated.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle it with a bit of paprika and some extra green onions for garnish. Cover it and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. The chilling time allows the flavors to meld, so don’t skip this step!
Notes
How to serve it up
For a simple yet stylish presentation, serve this pasta salad in a wide, shallow bowl with a sprinkle of paprika and a few extra green onion slices on top. Pair it with grilled chicken, ribs, or even a veggie burger for a complete meal. Want to get fancy? Use individual ramekins for serving at a dinner party.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: dinner