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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

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A fresh and vibrant strawberry spinach salad with sweet berries, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and a tangy poppy seed dressing.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup toasted almonds or pecans
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese or goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise or plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach, then place it in a large bowl.
  2. Add sliced strawberries and red onion on top of the spinach.
  3. Sprinkle toasted nuts and crumbled cheese over the salad.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, milk, poppy seeds, and salt until smooth.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
  • Include blueberries or mandarin oranges for more sweetness.
  • Swap nuts with walnuts or sunflower seeds if preferred.
  • Store dressing separately to keep salad fresh.
  • Ensure spinach is completely dry before assembling.

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