Description
A vibrant Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries that delights with its balance of flavors and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta (rotini or bowtie)
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the cooled pasta, spinach, feta cheese, cranberries, almonds, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Toss again before serving, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, chill the salad longer before serving and consider adding seasonal vegetables or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: spinach salad, pasta salad, feta cheese, cranberries, healthy salad
