Nutty Cashew & Feta Pasta Salad with Tender Lettuce and Dried Cranberries

2023-09-18

By Healthy Eater

Mediterranean

Salad

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious Nutty Cashew & Feta Pasta Salad with Tender Lettuce and Dried Cranberries! This easy-to-make salad is bursting with flavor and is a great way to get all your essential nutrients in one dish. The combination of creamy feta cheese, crunchy cashews, sweet dried cranberries, and tender lettuce leaves create a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Cashews are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. They contain several essential vitamins and minerals, including magnesium. Feta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium. It also contains healthy fats and several essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, zinc, and phosphorus. Dried cranberries are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Eating this salad regularly may help to improve overall health, reduce the risk of chronic disease, and provide energy for the body.

Ingredients

• 8 oz fusilli pasta

• 1 cup cashews, roughly chopped

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 3 cups tender lettuce, chopped

• 1/2 cup dried cranberries

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 2 tbsp honey

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped cashews, crumbled feta cheese, chopped tender lettuce, and dried cranberries.

3. In a small jar, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to combine.

5. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until ready to serve.

Preparation Time 15 min

Cook Time 10 min

Total time 25 min

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 461

Total Fat: 24.9g

Total Carbohydrates: 49g

Fiber: 3.8g

Sugar: 16.4g

Protein: 12.6g

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