Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad combining sweet and tangy citrus segments with crisp greens, tossed in a bright honey-lime dressing. This american-inspired salads (vegan) ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, peeled and sectioned orange segments, medium, thinly sliced red onion 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 150 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
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup, peeled and sectioned orange segments
- 1 cup, peeled and sectioned grapefruit segments
- 1/4 medium, thinly sliced red onion
- 1 small, diced avocado
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 4 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified.
- Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 5 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup orange segments, 1 cup grapefruit segments, 1/4 thinly sliced red onion, and 1 diced small avocado.
- Step 3: Drizzle the honey-lime vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint on top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime 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 Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime 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 salad greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime 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 Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime 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.
Is Lakeland Citrus Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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