Bright Lemon Vinaigrette Salad (Printer-Friendly)

A refreshing mix of spring greens, radishes, peas, and lemon vinaigrette for a light, fresh dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, baby spinach, and watercress)
02 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed and sliced diagonally
03 - 1 cup fresh or thawed frozen green peas
04 - 6 radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Lemon Vinaigrette

06 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, sugar snap peas, green peas, sliced radishes, and red onion.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Drizzle lemon vinaigrette over salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Transfer dressed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Top with fresh chives and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required
  • Packed with fresh, crisp vegetables and vibrant spring flavors
  • The homemade lemon vinaigrette is bright, tangy, and perfectly balanced
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
  • Easily customizable with your favorite toppings and proteins
  • Beautiful presentation that impresses guests
02 -
  • Use a jar with a tight-fitting lid to shake the vinaigrette for perfect emulsification
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning—add more lemon juice for brightness or honey for sweetness
  • Slice the sugar snap peas on the diagonal for a more elegant presentation
  • Massage tougher greens like watercress briefly to tenderize them
  • Serve in a chilled bowl to keep the salad crisp longer
  • Save any leftover vinaigrette for grain bowls or roasted vegetables
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