Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Looking for a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s quick to prepare? This Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is your answer! Bursting with refreshing flavors, this salad combines creamy feta and tangy cranberries, making it a delightful choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Perfect as a light lunch or a potluck dish, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the drained rigatoni, feta, cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg