Description
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the creamy richness of feta cheese, the sweetness of cranberries, and the crunch of walnuts, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This pasta salad is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—but it also offers versatility, making it perfect for a light meal or as a delightful side dish at picnics and gatherings. Packed with nutritious ingredients like fresh spinach, this colorful salad is sure to impress your guests while being easy on your schedule. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an irresistible experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rigatoni, feta cheese, cranberries, walnuts, spinach, and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg