Description
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful, vibrant dish that combines creamy feta, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This refreshing pasta salad is perfect for any occasion—whether as a light meal or a lively side dish at gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu get-togethers. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and textures that make every bite irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 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 rigatoni in boiling water 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 for the vinaigrette.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni, feta cheese, cranberries, walnuts, spinach, and red onion.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 15 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg