Wren's Garden Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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

A light, refreshing salad featuring heirloom tomatoes and garden greens, dressed in a bright citrus vinaigrette—perfect for a garden-inspired meal. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 15 minutes pairs mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced 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 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

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, crumbled (optional) feta cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle with 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese (if using) and serve immediately.