Description
A fresh and vibrant Strawberry and Spinach Salad featuring juicy strawberries, crisp spinach, and a creamy poppy seed dressing made with Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar. This quick and easy salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 5 cups fresh spinach, washed and patted dry
- 2 cups juicy strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Poppy Seed Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach: Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry gently using paper towels or a salad spinner to ensure the leaves are crisp and not soggy.
- Slice the strawberries: Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops, then cut each berry into quarters for bite-sized pieces that blend nicely into the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and poppy seeds until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
- Combine the salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle the prepared poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve: Plate the salad immediately, garnishing with additional poppy seeds if desired for an extra touch of texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh and ripe strawberries for the best sweetness and flavor.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt to make the dressing vegan-friendly.
- For an extra crunch, consider adding toasted nuts like almonds or pecans.
- The salad is best served fresh to retain the crispness of the spinach and strawberries.
- Adjust honey amount in the dressing according to your preferred sweetness level.
