Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Elevate your meal with Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad! This dish bursts with tangy feta, sweet cranberries, and fresh cherry tomatoes, all drizzled in zesty lemon vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down, then set aside in a large bowl.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the lemon vinaigrette.
- Step 3: Add the crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley to the cooled rigatoni pasta.
- Step 4: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the pasta salad ingredients and toss gently to combine all components evenly.
- Step 5: Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy your Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad!
Notes
- To store any leftover Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- If you're reheating the salad, do so gently in the microwave for a short time, but keep in mind that it's best enjoyed cold or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
- For serving, consider adding a sprinkle of extra feta or a handful of fresh arugula on top for an extra burst of flavor and color that will impress your guests.
- A chef's tip: to enhance the flavors further, try marinating the cherry tomatoes in a bit of olive oil and salt before adding them to the salad for a deliciously juicy bite!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 6g