Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad (Print Version)

Vibrant mix of strawberries, spinach, nuts, and creamy poppyseed dressing for a refreshing dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Salad Base

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

# Steps:

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. Toss gently to combine and coat all ingredients.
04 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra nuts or feta cheese if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
  • Perfect balance of sweet strawberries, savory feta, and crunchy nuts
  • Homemade poppyseed dressing that's far superior to store-bought
  • Beautiful presentation that's ideal for spring gatherings and picnics
  • Easily customizable with different nuts, proteins, or vegan substitutions
02 -
  • Choose strawberries that are bright red and fragrant for the best flavor
  • If red onion is too sharp, soak the sliced onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its bite
  • Make extra dressing—it's delicious on other salads and grain bowls throughout the week
  • For meal prep, store all ingredients separately and assemble individual portions as needed
  • The salad is best served immediately after tossing, but components can be prepped hours in advance
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