Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring garden greens, citrus segments, and a bright vinaigrette, perfect for holiday gatherings. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs Mixed greens, segmented Orange, segmented Grapefruit 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 220 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, segmented Orange
- 1, segmented Grapefruit
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/4 cup, toasted Walnuts
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1 cup segmented orange, 1 cup segmented grapefruit, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Divide salad among plates, top with 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, and serve immediately to maintain crispness.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus 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 Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus 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 Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus 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 Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus 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 Holiday Greens Salad with Citrus 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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Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
