Radiant Citrus Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

A crisp salad with segmented oranges, arugula, and a zesty lemon-avocado dressing, glowing with freshness and vibrant color. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs arugula, navel oranges, avocado 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 280 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 arugula
• 3 navel oranges
• 1 avocado
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp, chopped thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 4 cups arugula with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts in a large bowl.
2. Step 2: Segment 3 navel oranges, removing white pith, and add to the bowl. Dice 1 avocado and toss with the arugula mixture.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Drizzle dressing over the salad, then gently toss to coat. Serve immediately, garnished with additional thyme and a sprinkle of walnuts.