Rainbow Spring Salad
A vibrant mix of arugula, radishes, strawberries, and avocado, dressed with a lemon-honey vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegan) ready in about 15 minutes pairs arugula, sliced radishes, hulled and halved strawberries 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 210 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
- 10, sliced radishes
- 1 cup, hulled and halved strawberries
- 1, diced avocado
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup, chopped walnuts
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups arugula, 10 sliced radishes, 1 cup strawberries, 1 diced avocado, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
- Step 2: In a small jar, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately, ensuring each bite has a burst of color and flavor.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rainbow Spring Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (10 min prep + 5 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 Rainbow Spring Salad?
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 arugula from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rainbow Spring Salad?
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 Rainbow Spring Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
Is Rainbow Spring Salad vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
