Citrus Salad with Mixed Greens

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-09 · Updated 2026-08-09

A refreshing salad of orange and grapefruit segments with feta, toasted walnuts and a honey-Dijon balsamic dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs mixed salad greens, orange, grapefruit 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 210 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

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 large, peeled and segmented orange
• 1 medium, peeled and segmented grapefruit
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/3 cup toasted walnuts
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened, about 1 minute.
2. Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens with 1 large peeled and segmented orange and 1 medium peeled and segmented grapefruit. Toss gently to distribute the citrus evenly.
3. Step 3: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently again until all ingredients are lightly coated and the salad is vibrant.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1/3 cup toasted walnuts over the top just before serving to add creamy and crunchy textures.