Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring local greens and a bright citrus dressing, perfect for a sunny Lanzarote day. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed baby greens, crumbled feta cheese, zested and juiced orange 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 150 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 4 cups mixed baby greens
- 1/2 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 1, zested and juiced orange
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 orange zested and juiced, 1 lemon zested and juiced, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 2: Toss 4 cups mixed baby greens with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Step 3: Drizzle 3 tablespoons of the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated, ensuring the greens are lightly dressed but not soggy.
- Step 4: Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness of the greens with the bright, citrusy dressing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette 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 Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette?
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 baby greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette?
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 Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
What goes well with Beachside Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
