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Spinach Pasta Salad

Healthy Spinach Pasta Salad with Sweet Cranberries and Feta

This Spinach Pasta Salad is a colorful, nutritious dish loaded with fiber and essential vitamins, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Whole Wheat Pasta rotini or bowtie shapes suggested
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach always use fresh for best texture
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese can substitute goat cheese or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries raisins or dried cherries can be substitutes
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds substitute with sunflower seeds for nut-free option
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced for best texture
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 tbsp Honey adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard can omit for milder dressing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk until fully blended.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, spinach, feta, cranberries, almonds, and red onion. Gently toss together.
  4. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss lightly until evenly coated.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2830IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use fresh spinach and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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