Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad (Printable)

Refreshing blend of strawberries, spinach, nuts, and creamy poppyseed dressing served fresh and chilled.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and dried
02 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
05 - 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds or pecans
06 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries

→ Poppyseed Dressing

07 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon honey
10 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
11 - 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
12 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - Pinch of salt
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, feta cheese, toasted nuts, and dried cranberries.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and emulsified.
03 - Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine and coat all ingredients thoroughly.
04 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra nuts or feta cheese if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with crunchy and creamy textures.
  • Perfectly suited for warm weather and makes a beautiful presentation.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, with easy substitutions to accommodate dietary needs.
02 -
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness and flavor.
  • Toast nuts just before assembling to maintain crunchiness.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the dressing with honey to balance the tart vinegar.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar and shake vigorously for easy emulsification.
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