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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Bliss

A refreshing Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette bursts with vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for summer meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rigatoni Pasta Offers a sturdy base.
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese, Crumbled Creamy and tangy.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Natural sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion, Finely Chopped Adds sharpness.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped Brings freshness.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Use extra virgin for superior flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Zesty acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Balances acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, adding a pinch of salt. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions, typically 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Transfer the rinsed rigatoni to a mixing bowl and let cool for a few minutes.
  3. Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add to the mixing bowl with the cooled rigatoni.
  4. Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the pasta and feta mixture and fold gently.
  5. Finely chop the red onion and add it to the salad, mixing well.
  6. Wash and chop the fresh parsley, then add it to the salad, folding gently.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  8. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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