Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable Salad
A simple yet stunning salad where each vegetable represents the best choice for seasonal freshness, dressed in a vibrant herb vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed spring greens, thinly sliced radishes, roasted and diced beetroot 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 320 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
- 6 cups mixed spring greens
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces asparagus
- 1/2 cup, roasted and diced beetroot
- 1, diced avocado
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Arrange 6 cups mixed spring greens in a large bowl. Top with 1/2 cup thinly sliced radishes, 1 cup asparagus pieces, 1/2 cup roasted diced beetroot, and 1 diced avocado.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently with clean hands until all vegetables are evenly coated. Serve immediately to prevent browning of the avocado.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable 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 spring greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable 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 Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable Salad 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 Best Choice Seasonal Vegetable Salad?
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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
