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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4 people 1x
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Looking for a flavorful pasta salad recipe? Try Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette for a delicious twist on a classic dish!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rigatoni pasta
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil on the stove.
  2. Step 2: Add the rigatoni pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, typically around 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Step 4: Allow the pasta to drain completely and set it aside in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Step 5: Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces using your fingers or a fork and set it aside.
  6. Step 6: Measure out the dried cranberries and add them to the bowl with the pasta.
  7. Step 7: Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the pasta, cranberries, and feta cheese.
  8. Step 8: Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the pasta mixture.
  9. Step 9: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is fully combined.
  10. Step 10: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the pasta and toss everything together gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  11. Step 11: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
  12. Step 12: Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  13. Step 13: Enjoy your feta and cranberry rigatoni salad with lemon vinaigrette!

Notes

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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