Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
If you’re craving a refreshing and vibrant dish that encapsulates the essence of summer, look no further than this Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. This delightful salad combines the creaminess of feta cheese, the sweetness of dried cranberries, and a zesty lemon dressing, making it perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, mix rigatoni with feta, cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg