Lemon-Zest Citrus Salad with Herb Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

A vibrant summer salad bursting with zesty lemon and crisp cucumbers, dressed in a tangy herb vinaigrette. This global-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs small, finely chopped Red onion, chopped Fresh dill, Sour cream 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 120 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

• 2 medium, diced into 1/2-inch cubes Cucumber
• 1 small, finely chopped Red onion
• 1 tbsp, chopped Fresh dill
• 1/2 cup Sour cream
• 1 large, zested and juiced Lemon
• 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine cucumber, red onion, and dill. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a separate small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve chilled or at room temperature.