Configuration Salad with Spring Onion Vinaigrette
A customizable salad where dressing ratios follow Spring's configuration principles. Fresh, crisp, and endlessly adaptable. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 12 minutes pairs mixed greens, thinly sliced spring onions, halved cherry tomatoes 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 240 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 greens
- 3, thinly sliced spring onions
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, diced cucumber
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a jar until emulsified. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, spring onions, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. Toss with 3/4 of the vinaigrette until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Divide salad between plates, drizzle with remaining vinaigrette, and serve immediately. Adjust dressing to taste (add more vinegar for tang, honey for sweetness).
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Configuration Salad with Spring Onion Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 12 minutes (12 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 Configuration Salad with Spring Onion 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 greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Configuration Salad with Spring Onion 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 Configuration Salad with Spring Onion 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 Configuration Salad with Spring Onion 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
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Perfect salads recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
