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Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

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Experience the vibrant flavors of Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette, a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This colorful salad combines chewy penne pasta, creamy feta, and sweet dried cranberries, all brought together by a zesty orange vinaigrette. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also nutritious and visually appealing.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook penne in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with feta cheese, dried cranberries, walnuts, spinach, and red onion.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to enhance flavors.

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