Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad featuring wild greens, crisp radishes, and a bright lemon dressing, celebrating the season's earliest harvests. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed spring greens, thinly sliced radishes, sliced chives 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 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
- 5 oz mixed spring greens
- 1 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 2 tbsp, sliced chives
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss mixed greens with half the vinaigrette until evenly coated. Add radishes and chives, then toss gently to combine.
- Step 3: Let salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Add remaining vinaigrette and toss again until greens are glistening and evenly dressed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette 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 Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon 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 spring greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon 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 Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon 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 Foraged Greens & Radish Spring Salad with Lemon 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
Love how the American come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.