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Feta & Cranberry Penne Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 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 the Pasta – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
  2. Make the Orange Vinaigrette – In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Assemble the Salad – In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, baby spinach, and thinly sliced red onion.
  4. Dress & Toss – Drizzle the orange vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.