Layered Fresh Herb and Citrus Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

A refreshing salad combining four layers of fresh herbs and citrus segments, balanced with a zesty lemon dressing to brighten each bite. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh parsley leaves, fresh mint leaves, fresh cilantro leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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

• 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup orange segments
• 1 cup grapefruit segments
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large salad bowl, layer 1/2 cup each of fresh parsley, mint, cilantro, and basil leaves, tearing any large leaves into bite-sized pieces to release their aroma.
2. Step 2: Gently fold in 1 cup orange segments and 1 cup grapefruit segments, taking care not to break the citrus pieces.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified and bright.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly, allowing the citrus and herbs to mingle.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds on top for a nutty crunch and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.