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Feta and Cranberry Rigatoni Salad


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A bright, tangy pasta salad with feta, dried cranberries, and a lemony vinaigrette, perfect for potlucks and meal prep.


Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces rigatoni
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
  • 2 cups arugula or baby spinach

Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni in a large pot of well-salted boiling water until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Toss cooked pasta with the dressing, crumbled feta, cranberries, walnuts, and greens.
  4. Let the salad rest in the fridge for 15–30 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Add toasted nuts right before serving to maintain crunch. Adjust dressing acidity as needed.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling, Chilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg