Description
Strawberry Spinach Poppy Seed Salad is a refreshing blend of sweet strawberries, crunchy poppy seeds, and nutritious spinach that makes for an irresistible side or light lunch. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and dry the spinach and strawberries. Slice the strawberries and red onion.
- Make the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine spinach, sliced strawberries, and red onion. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Add crunch: Sprinkle toasted nuts over the salad and drizzle remaining dressing if desired. Toss lightly to coat.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or let chill in the fridge for up to 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg