Full of pesto flavor, this pasta salad makes an easy side dish or light dinner option, and is perfect for picnics or lunch boxes.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
489 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
Step 2
Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, oil, and garlic in a food processor; blend to make pesto.
Step 3
Toss pasta with pesto and mix in red onion, radicchio, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Ingredients
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 clove garlic, diced
1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or to taste
1 (16 ounce) package corkscrew-shaped pasta (fusilli)