Estate Garden Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad inspired by estate auctions featuring fresh produce, tossed with a zesty herb vinaigrette and crispy shallots for a refreshing, light meal. This american-inspired salads ready in about 25 minutes pairs mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, large cucumber 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 180 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 greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 small shallots
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Wash and dry mixed greens. Dice cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Finely chop parsley and dill.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine greens, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and herbs. Toss gently to mix.
- Step 3: In a small jar, combine olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake until emulsified.
- Step 4: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Thinly slice shallots and add to the salad just before serving. Toss again and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Estate Garden Salad with Herb Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (25 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 Estate Garden Salad with Herb 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 Estate Garden Salad with Herb 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 Estate Garden Salad with Herb Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Estate Garden Salad with Herb Vinaigrette?
American 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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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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My whole family loved this.
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This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
