Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad bursting with zesty citrus and fresh herbs, finished with a light vinaigrette for a bright, refreshing flavor. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium, segmented orange, medium, zested and juiced lemon, hulled and halved strawberries 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 120 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
- 2 medium, segmented orange
- 1 medium, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 cup, hulled and halved strawberries
- 1 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup, fresh, chopped basil
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine segmented oranges, strawberries, red onion, and basil. Toss to mix.
- Step 2: In a small jar, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, segmented orange from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette?
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 Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Sun-Kissed Citrus Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to general dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
