Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Spinach Salad featuring fresh baby spinach, sweet strawberries, crunchy almonds, red onion, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy and sweet poppy seed dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for any meal.
- 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
- 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
Dressing
- 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 well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, sliced almonds, finely diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese, ensuring even distribution of all ingredients.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures at their best.
Notes
- For extra crunch, lightly toast the sliced almonds before adding to the salad.
- You can substitute white sugar with honey or maple syrup for a natural sweetener.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- The salad is best served fresh as the spinach can wilt if dressed too far ahead.
- To make it vegan, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese.
Keywords: Strawberry Spinach Salad, Poppy Seed Dressing, Healthy Salad, Summer Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Fresh Salad
