Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the creamy richness of feta cheese with the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed as a light lunch, packed for a picnic, or served as a colorful side at your next BBQ or potluck. With its delightful blend of textures and flavors, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 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 (for the dressing)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for the dressing)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (for the dressing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, feta cheese, cranberries, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg