Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the creamy tang of feta cheese with the sweet tartness of cranberries, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This vibrant pasta salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying a light lunch, packing it for a picnic, or serving it as a side at barbecues and potlucks. With its colorful ingredients and contrasting flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your meal rotation. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s an ideal choice for busy days or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, feta cheese, cranberries, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 8mg