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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Bliss

A vibrant Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, perfect for summer BBQs and quick meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rigatoni Cook until al dente
  • 6 oz Feta Cheese Crumble for best freshness
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitute with raisins or cherries
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Walnuts Use sunflower seeds for a nut-free option
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Mix in arugula or other greens if desired
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped; green onions can be used
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be substituted
  • 1 each Fresh Lemon Juice Juice of one lemon; lime juice is an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Mustard powder can be used instead
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning for flavor
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning for flavor

Equipment

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

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rigatoni, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, baby spinach, and red onion. Gently toss to combine.
  4. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently fold to coat. Ensure an even distribution of vinaigrette.
  5. Serve immediately or let chill in the fridge for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain freshness, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days; avoid freezing the salad.

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