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Rigatoni Salad

Delicious Rigatoni Salad with Feta and Zesty Cranberries

A refreshing Rigatoni Salad with creamy feta and zesty cranberries, perfect for sunny lunches or summer picnics.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rigatoni pasta Substitutes: Penne, farfalle, or rotini can work.
For the Salad Mix
  • 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled Substitutes: Goat cheese or ricotta salata.
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Substitutes: Raisins or dried cherries.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • to taste Salt & black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Cool the Pasta: Drain and rinse under cold water for 30 seconds to stop cooking.
  3. Prepare the Salad Base: Transfer cooled rigatoni to a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution.
  4. Add Creamy Feta: Crumble feta into the bowl and gently fold to combine.
  5. Mix in Fruits and Veggies: Add cranberries, onion, and parsley; toss lightly.
  6. Whisk the Vinaigrette: In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  7. Combine Vinaigrette with Salad: Pour vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat.
  8. Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning; serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Drain pasta well to avoid a watery salad. Refrigerate for enhanced flavor.

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