Feta Cranberry Penne Salad: Refreshing Orange Vinaigrette Delight
A delightful salad combining feta, cranberries, and a zesty orange vinaigrette.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup orange segments
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked penne, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, orange segments, and walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using a flavored olive oil.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feta, Cranberry, Penne Salad, Orange Vinaigrette