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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette that's quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rigatoni
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Walnuts
  • 3 cups Baby Spinach
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely sliced
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 each Fresh Lemon Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until emulsified and smooth, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine cooled rigatoni, crumbled feta, cranberries, walnuts, spinach, and red onion. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to rinse pasta properly and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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