Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together creamy feta, sweet cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a vibrant side at dinner, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the eyes and palate. In just 20 minutes, you can create a colorful creation that will impress family and friends alike. The combination of flavors makes it versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish, while the nutrient-rich ingredients ensure it’s a healthy choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 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 salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rigatoni with feta cheese, cranberries, walnuts, spinach, and red onion.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg