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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for summer picnics.
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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 Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Substitute with penne or farfalle if desired.
  • 8 oz Feta Cheese, Crumbled Goat cheese can be used for a softer texture.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Consider dried cherries or raisins as alternatives.
  • 1 medium Red Onion, Finely Chopped Shallots are a milder substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped Basil or cilantro can also be used.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used for a twist.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Agave syrup can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can serve as a substitute.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the pasta in salted water for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
  2. Drain and cool the pasta under cold running water for about 30 seconds.
  3. Combine cooled rigatoni with feta, cranberries, and red onion in a mixing bowl.
  4. Prepare the lemon vinaigrette by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning, chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rinse the pasta after cooking to prevent stickiness. Store dressing separately if preparing in advance.

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