North Shore Garden Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring crisp local greens and a zesty citrus dressing, ideal for summer evenings. This american-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, 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 220 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 cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1.5 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Step 1: Wash and dry 5 oz mixed greens thoroughly. Thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion and 1/2 cup cucumber into half-moons, then combine with 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1.5 tbsp lime juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad greens and vegetables, then toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately to prevent wilting.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does North Shore Garden 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 North Shore Garden 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 greens from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in North Shore Garden 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 North Shore Garden Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 North Shore Garden Salad with Honey-Lime 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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Best recipe I've made this month.
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This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
