Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
If you’re in the mood for a vibrant and flavorful dish, look no further than this Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. This refreshing salad combines the savory notes of feta cheese with the sweet tang of dried cranberries, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or outdoor picnics, it’s a dish that promises to elevate any table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and cool under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with feta cheese, cranberries, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg