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Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette Magic

Discover the Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette, a vibrant, refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy Light Meals
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne pasta Cooked al dente
For the Greens
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach Roughly chopped
  • 1 cup Fresh arugula Roughly chopped
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Feta cheese Crumbled
  • ½ cup Dried cranberries
  • ½ cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • ¼ cup Red onion Thinly sliced
For the Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • ¼ cup Fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon Orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook for about 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and honey. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix until well emulsified.
  3. To the bowl with cooled penne, add spinach, arugula, feta, cranberries, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  4. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper as needed.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the salad cold or at room temperature, enjoying the refreshing flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the salad chill for 30 minutes helps the flavors meld beautifully. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best taste.

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