Sour Cherry & Shallot Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

A vibrant salad where tart cherries and pungent shallots meet a bright lemon dressing for a harmonious balance. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed greens, pitted fresh sour cherries, thinly sliced shallot 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 190 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

• 3 cups mixed greens
• 1/2 cup pitted fresh sour cherries
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Toss 3 cups mixed greens with 1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot in a large bowl, then drizzle with 2/3 of the vinaigrette and massage gently for 1 minute until leaves are coated.
3. Step 3: Divide the dressed greens among plates, top with 1/2 cup pitted fresh sour cherries, and drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette.
4. Step 4: Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.