Subscription-Free Citrus & Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A refreshing, nutrient-packed salad with zesty citrus dressing—no recurring costs, just pure flavor. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium avocado, mixed greens, orange 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 280 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

• 1 medium avocado
• 4 cups mixed greens
• 1 orange
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Halve and pit 1 medium avocado, then slice into thin half-moons. Place in a bowl and toss with 1 tbsp lemon juice to prevent browning.
2. Step 2: In a small jar, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp dijon mustard, and 1/4 tsp salt. Shake vigorously to emulsify.
3. Step 3: Toss 4 cups mixed greens with 2/3 of the dressing in a large bowl until evenly coated. Arrange on plates, then top with 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion and avocado slices.
4. Step 4: Segment 1 orange (remove pith and membranes) and scatter over the salad. Drizzle with remaining dressing just before serving.