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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lively Lemon Vinaigrette

This Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant celebration of fresh flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Substitute with penne or farfalle if desired.
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta salata.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries are not recommended.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes or until al dente.
  3. Carefully drain the rigatoni in a colander and rinse it under cold water.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, place the cooled rigatoni pasta and crumble in the feta cheese.
  5. Fold in the dried cranberries and finely chopped red onion.
  6. Add the chopped fresh parsley and toss gently to mix.
Vinaigrette
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed; chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cool the pasta completely before combining with other ingredients for the best texture. Store the dressing separately if preparing in advance to keep the salad fresh.

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