Redmond Fresh Garden Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A vibrant salad featuring crisp greens, juicy seasonal fruits, and a bright citrus dressing, perfect for a light lunch or side dish. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegan) 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 320 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
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup, toasted walnuts
• 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 small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp 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.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 5 oz mixed greens, 1/2 cup sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup sliced red onion.
3. Step 3: Toss salad with 2 tbsp dressing until evenly coated, then add 1/4 cup toasted walnuts.
4. Step 4: Drizzle with remaining dressing just before serving and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated without wilting the greens.