Sour Citrus and Herb Salad with Feta

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

A refreshing salad combining sharp sour citrus segments with fresh herbs and creamy feta for a bright, balanced bite. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs large grapefruit, peeled and segmented, medium orange, peeled and segmented, chopped fresh mint leaves 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 180 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

• 1 large grapefruit, peeled and segmented
• 1 medium orange, peeled and segmented
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 large peeled and segmented grapefruit, 1 medium peeled and segmented orange, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, and 1/4 small thinly sliced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the citrus and herbs, tossing gently to combine and coat all ingredients.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving to maintain freshness and texture.