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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines al dente rigatoni pasta, creamy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for summer picnics or light lunches, this vibrant salad is easy to prepare and sure to impress at any gathering.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine spinach and cherry tomatoes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  4. Add the cooled rigatoni, feta cheese, and cranberries to the spinach mixture. Pour on the vinaigrette.
  5. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for one hour before serving.
  • Author: Layla
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg