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Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Bliss

Feta & Cranberry Rigatoni Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a light and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 ounces Rigatoni pasta Substitute with penne or farfalle if preferred.
  • 6 ounces Feta cheese, crumbled Feel free to use goat cheese for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Consider raisins or cherries as alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, finely chopped Can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped Replace with basil for a different twist.
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Lime juice can work as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Agave syrup serves as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Yellow mustard is a suitable substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked is ideal.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to package instructions for 10 to 12 minutes until al dente.
  2. Carefully drain the rigatoni in a colander and immediately rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process. Allow the pasta to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rigatoni with crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, finely chopped red onion, and fresh parsley. Gently fold the ingredients together.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well emulsified.
  5. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the rigatoni salad and gently toss until thoroughly coated.
  6. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed. Allow to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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