Fresh No-Cache Herb Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

A vibrant mix of crisp vegetables and fresh herbs tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette, assembled just before serving to ensure optimal freshness and flavor. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced 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 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 salad greens
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion in a large bowl.
2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately to prevent wilting.