Daily Harvest Salad with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A refreshing and crisp salad packed with seasonal vegetables, topped with a sweet-tangy maple-dijon dressing for a light, nutrient-rich meal. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, diced cucumber, 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 280 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
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified; slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is smooth and thickened.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup diced red onion; toss gently to mix.
3. Step 3: Pour 3 tablespoons of the prepared dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated; top with 1/4 cup sliced almonds just before serving to maintain crunch.