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Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe with Easy Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

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A light, refreshing salad combining fresh strawberries, tender baby spinach, toasted almonds, and a creamy poppy seed dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups baby spinach, washed and dried
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the baby spinach thoroughly. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin, even pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.
  2. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and stir frequently until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in the poppy seeds last.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, and toasted almonds. Sprinkle cheese over the top if using.
  5. Drizzle the creamy poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients. Serve immediately.

Notes

Dry spinach thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Prepare dressing ahead and chill for better flavor. Toss salad just before serving to keep spinach crisp. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained.

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Keywords: strawberry spinach salad, poppy seed dressing, fresh salad, summer salad, creamy dressing, healthy salad, quick salad

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