Open-Source Inspired Virtual Collaboration Salad

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

A refreshing mixed greens salad with crisp vegetables and a tangy lemon vinaigrette, inspired by seamless virtual collaboration and community spirit. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, small, diced red bell pepper 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 180 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

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 medium, sliced into thin rounds cucumber
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 medium cucumber sliced into thin rounds, 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, and 1 small red bell pepper diced. Toss gently to mix.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the dressing emulsifies and becomes slightly thickened.
3. Step 3: Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss carefully until all ingredients are evenly coated. Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese on top as a finishing touch before serving.