Live Auction Rainbow Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A vibrant, nutrient-packed salad featuring seasonal produce and a bright citrus dressing, celebrating the diversity of auction finds. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, sliced strawberries, sliced 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 240 calories and feeds 2, 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 oz mixed greens
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/2 cup shelled edamame
• 2 tbsp toasted sunflower seeds
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 5 oz mixed greens, 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup sliced cucumber, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup shelled edamame.
2. Step 2: In a small jar, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad greens and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and the greens are lightly dressed.
4. Step 4: Top with 2 tbsp toasted sunflower seeds just before serving to maintain crunch.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately for maximum freshness and vibrant color.