Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad (Printable Version)

A refreshing blend of spinach, strawberries, nuts, and creamy poppyseed dressing for warm days.

# 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 the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Transfer to serving plates immediately, garnishing with extra nuts or feta cheese if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and simple to prepare with no cooking required.
  • The combination of sweet strawberries and creamy feta creates a perfect balance of flavors.
  • Crunchy nuts add texture and a satisfying bite.
  • The poppyseed dressing provides a smooth, tangy finish with a touch of sweetness.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Use ripe, flavorful strawberries for the best taste.
  • Prepare the salad and dressing separately and combine just before serving to keep ingredients fresh and crisp.
  • Adjust the dressing sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup to suit your preference.
  • If using mayonnaise for the dressing, it will be creamier but slightly richer.
  • Toast nuts just before use to preserve their crunch and flavor.
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