Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful and vibrant dish that combines creamy feta cheese and tangy dried cranberries, creating a fresh explosion of flavors. This salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped 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.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg