Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
If you’re seeking a vibrant and flavorful dish, look no further than this Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. This delightful salad combines creamy feta cheese, sweet dried cranberries, and fresh herbs, all enveloped in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a crowd-pleaser. With its bright colors and refreshing flavors, it can be served as a light lunch or as a side dish that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 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 rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with feta, cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg