Taskbar Arrow Salad with Hidden Herb Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

A vibrant salad where a herb-infused vinaigrette is hidden within the greens, revealing its freshness only when tossed. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed baby greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber 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 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

• 6 cups mixed baby greens
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh basil
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 2 tbsp chopped basil, and 1 tbsp chopped mint to create the hidden vinaigrette.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 6 cups mixed baby greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, and 1/4 cup sliced red onion.
3. Step 3: Pour 2 tbsp of the vinaigrette over the greens and toss gently with tongs for 1 minute until all ingredients are coated and glistening.
4. Step 4: Add the remaining 1 tbsp vinaigrette and toss again for 30 seconds until the herbs are evenly distributed and the greens are vibrant.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately, noting how the hidden herbs release their aroma when tossed.