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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Delight

A vibrant Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette that's perfect for picnics or light lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Can substitute with penne or farfalle
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta salata
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil or cilantro
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 2 tbsp Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Can substitute with honey mustard
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Can substitute with white pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions (10–12 minutes) until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water for about 30 seconds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with crumbled feta, cranberries, minced onion, and chopped parsley. Fold gently.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  5. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  7. Serve the salad chilled, ensuring a mix of feta, cranberries, and rigatoni in each scoop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best taste, allow to chill for 30 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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