Strikeout Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A bright, refreshing salad featuring mixed greens, citrus segments, and toasted almonds, dressed in a zesty vinaigrette that cleanses the palate after a long game. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, medium orange, red onion 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 220 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

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 medium orange
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp white wine vinegar
• 1/2 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
• pinch salt
• pinch black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and section 1 medium orange into 1/2-inch segments, removing all membrane, and thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion.
2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tsp white wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until emulsified, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Step 3: Place 4 cups mixed salad greens in a large bowl, add 1/2 cup orange segments and 1/4 cup sliced red onion, then drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss gently until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
5. Step 5: Divide the salad between plates, sprinkle with toasted almonds, and serve immediately.