Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Spinach Salad tossed with a homemade poppy seed dressing. This salad combines tender baby spinach, juicy strawberries, crunchy sliced almonds, sharp red onion, and creamy feta cheese, all coated in a tangy, sweet dressing made from lemon juice, white wine vinegar, sugar, olive oil, and poppy seeds. Perfect as a light lunch or a flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 8 oz baby spinach
- 8 oz strawberries, sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp white sugar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a dressing container or mason jar, whisk together the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, sugar, olive oil, and poppy seeds until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, sliced almonds, finely diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures at their best.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Adjust the sugar in the dressing to taste depending on the sweetness of the strawberries.
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu.
- To make it vegan, substitute the feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- This salad is best served fresh as spinach can wilt if dressed too far in advance.
Keywords: Strawberry Spinach Salad, Poppy Seed Dressing, Fresh Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Salad
