Description
Creamy Feta and Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant dish that combines rich flavors and fresh ingredients. This delightful salad features al dente rigatoni tossed with creamy feta, sweet-tart cranberries, and colorful vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners, this dish is both easy to prepare and visually stunning, making it a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and cool under cold water.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, feta cheese, cranberries, spinach, and cherry tomatoes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg