Nutritious Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries
Indulge in a vibrant and healthy Nutritious Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries, an ideal dish for any occasion. This salad combines the freshness of baby spinach with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese and the sweet pop of dried cranberries, creating a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Perfect for quick lunches, family gatherings, or light dinners, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just 25 minutes and is great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required after pasta
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 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 8 oz of whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with 6 cups fresh baby spinach, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg