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Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe with Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

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A light and refreshing summer salad featuring baby spinach, fresh strawberries, and a creamy poppy seed dressing that balances sweet and tangy flavors perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups baby spinach (about 180g), washed and dried
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries (about 300g), hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt (120ml)
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise (30ml)
  • 2 tbsp honey (30ml)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (15ml)
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds (9g)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the baby spinach and spin-dry thoroughly to prevent a soggy salad.
  2. Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters depending on their size.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.
  4. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and stir frequently for 3-5 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, and poppy seeds. Whisk or shake well until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. In a large bowl, add the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, and red onion. Drizzle about half the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted almonds and crumbled feta cheese over the top. Drizzle the remaining dressing if desired.
  8. Serve immediately for best freshness. If preparing ahead, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.

Notes

Toast almonds just before serving for best flavor and crunch. If dressing is too thick, thin with a teaspoon or two of milk or water. Keep dressing chilled and add just before serving to avoid sogginess. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt and mayo with plant-based alternatives and feta with toasted pumpkin seeds.

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Keywords: strawberry spinach salad, poppy seed dressing, summer salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe

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