Budget-Friendly Deviled Egg Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
- 1 box of Ditalini pasta
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard or regular mustard
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- Paprika, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the Ditalini pasta according to the package instructions. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water for flavor. Drain and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled Ditalini pasta, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss the pasta to ensure even seasoning.
- Add the dry mustard or regular mustard to the pasta. Adjust the amount to your liking, depending on your preference for tanginess and spice.
- Gently fold in the finely diced red onion, distributing it evenly throughout the pasta salad.
- Carefully fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs, being mindful not to mash them too much. The egg yolks will contribute to the creamy texture of the salad.
- Taste the pasta salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or mustard.
- Once the flavors are well-balanced, transfer the pasta salad to a serving dish.
- Sprinkle paprika over the top of the pasta salad for a classic deviled egg flavor and a pop of color.
- Cover the pasta salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your budget-friendly deviled egg pasta salad as a refreshing side dish for any occasion.
Note: Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other ingredients like diced celery, pickles, or fresh herbs for added freshness and crunch
