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Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe with Creamy Poppyseed Dressing

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A quick and easy fresh strawberry spinach salad tossed with a creamy, tangy poppyseed dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups baby spinach, washed and dried
  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or goat cheese)
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted (or walnuts/pecans)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the baby spinach leaves under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner, or gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Hull the strawberries by cutting off the green tops, then slice into halves or quarters depending on size.
  3. Slice the red onion into very thin slices. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes and drain if you want to mellow the flavor.
  4. Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and cool.
  5. In a medium bowl or jar, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until smooth and creamy.
  6. In a large bowl, gently toss together the spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, and toasted almonds. Crumble the feta cheese over the top.
  7. Pour the creamy poppyseed dressing over the salad starting with half, then add more to taste. Gently toss to coat evenly without overmixing.
  8. Serve immediately to preserve crispness and freshness.

Notes

Dry the spinach thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Toast almonds carefully to prevent burning. Add dressing gradually to avoid overdressing. Prepare strawberries and onions ahead but toss just before serving. For vegan version, substitute mayonnaise and yogurt with vegan alternatives and omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese.

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