301 Moved Permanently Green Salad
A crisp, refreshing salad with a zesty lemon-herb dressing, featuring a mix of tender greens, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers for a perfect light meal. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2, sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 5 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 sliced cucumber. Toss gently to mix.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over the salad and toss until every leaf is evenly coated. Serve immediately, sprinkled with 1/4 cup toasted almonds for added crunch.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does 301 Moved Permanently Green Salad take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover 301 Moved Permanently Green Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mixed salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in 301 Moved Permanently Green Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale 301 Moved Permanently Green Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is 301 Moved Permanently Green Salad vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
