Description
Nutritious Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries is the perfect blend of fresh ingredients, vibrant colors, and delightful flavors. This healthy salad is quick to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family gatherings. With whole wheat pasta, nutrient-rich spinach, and the sweetness of cranberries balanced by tangy feta cheese, it not only nourishes your body but also pleases your palate. Tossed in a zesty lemon-honey dressing, this salad can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side, making it incredibly versatile. Let the flavors meld together after chilling for a refreshing treat that’s sure to impress!
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 under cold water.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with spinach, feta cheese, cranberries, almonds, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg