By Ana Huson
Rigatoni Pesto Pasta Salad
6 steps
Prep:30minCook:15min
This easy-to-make rigatoni pesto salad is delicious, and it is a crowd-pleaser for kids and/or adult luncheons, picnics and more.
Updated at: Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:27:19 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
51
Low
Glycemic Load
19
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories486.8 kcal (24%)
Total Fat32.8 g (47%)
Carbs38 g (15%)
Sugars2 g (2%)
Protein8.8 g (18%)
Sodium381.9 mg (19%)
Fiber2.1 g (8%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
10 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Cook rigatoni in a pot of boiling water as per manufacturer's instructions
Step 2
place in a collander to drain the water
Step 3
Dress the pasta with olive oil to keep it from sticking
Step 4
Chop the tomatoes or leave whole if small enough
Step 5
Throughly mix the mayonnaise with the pesto, and dress the pasta until fully incorporated
Step 6
top with tomatoes, and fresh basil, and/or pine nuts as desired
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