Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing
A light, refreshing salad featuring crisp greens, cucumber, and radishes with a zesty lemon dressing to aid digestion and promote clear skin. This mediterranean-inspired salads (whole30) ready in about 10 minutes blends (spinach and arugula) mixed greens, thinly sliced cucumber, thinly sliced radishes into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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 (spinach and arugula) mixed greens
- 1/2, thinly sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh juice lemon
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified and slightly thickened.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cucumber (thinly sliced), and 1/4 cup radishes (thinly sliced).
- Step 3: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently for 1 minute until all greens are evenly coated and vegetables are distributed, checking for balanced flavor before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). A small batch typically covers several meals in the week — store as the recipe directs.
How do I store leftover Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing?
Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 5–7 days. Most sauces freeze well for up to 2 months — portion into small containers or freezer bags so you can thaw only what you need. Stir before serving; cream- or yogurt-based sauces may separate on standing.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing?
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 Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing 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.
Is Simple Green Salad with Lemon-Olive Oil Dressing whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
