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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette


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  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing pasta salad featuring rigatoni, creamy feta, sweet cranberries, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.


Ingredients

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2 cups rigatoni pasta

1 cup crumbled feta cheese

½ cup dried cranberries

¼ cup chopped red onion

¼ cup fresh parsley

¼ cup olive oil

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp honey

½ tsp Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Cook rigatoni until al dente; rinse and drain.

2. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.

3. Combine cooled pasta, feta, cranberries, onion, and parsley.

4. Pour vinaigrette over and toss gently.

5. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use goat cheese for a creamier texture.

Add grilled chicken or nuts for extra protein.

Chill before serving for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossed
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 270mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg