Fresh Spinach Pasta Salad with Feta and Cranberries Delight

This Spinach Pasta Salad is a vibrant and customizable dish filled with fresh flavors, creamy feta, and sweet cranberries, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups short pasta (fusilli or penne) a great base for the salad
4 cups fresh spinach provide vibrant greens and a refreshing taste
1 cup feta cheese adds creamy richness; can be swapped with goat cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries offers a sweet and chewy contrast

For the Dressing

1/4 cup olive oil choose high-quality extra virgin
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed is highly recommended
to taste salt essential for enhancing flavors
to taste pepper essential for enhancing flavors

Equipment

large pot
Colander
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Salad Spinner

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
Rinse fresh spinach under cold water and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner.
In a mixing bowl, toss cooled pasta, spinach, crumbled feta, and dried cranberries gently to combine.
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and spinach mixture; toss gently to coat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal taste, dress the salad right before serving and use fresh ingredients.

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