Description
A refreshing and vibrant Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad tossed in a zesty orange vinaigrette, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
- Make the Orange Vinaigrette – In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad – In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, baby spinach, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Dress & Toss – Drizzle the orange vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feta Cranberry Penne Salad