Hidden Power Salad with Processor Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A refreshing salad where the dressing's hidden citrus notes energize the greens. This Mediterranean salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and 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 "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 medium cucumber
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Wash and dry 5 oz mixed greens thoroughly. Slice 1/2 medium cucumber into thin half-moons and thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Add 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the dressing mixture and whisk again to dissolve completely.
4. Step 4: Toss the mixed greens with half the dressing until evenly coated. Add 1 cup cherry tomatoes and 1/2 cup sliced cucumber and red onion.
5. Step 5: Drizzle with the remaining dressing and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and the salad glistens with the hidden citrus dressing.
6. Step 6: Let the salad sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the hidden citrus notes to fully develop.