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Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe with Easy Creamy Poppyseed Dressing

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A quick and easy fresh strawberry spinach salad with a homemade creamy poppyseed dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and light 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
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (light preferred)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Add a splash of water if dressing is too thick.
  3. Wash and dry the baby spinach thoroughly. Hull and slice the strawberries. Thinly slice the red onion.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to keep spinach leaves intact.
  5. Pour the creamy poppyseed dressing over the salad and toss gently with salad tongs or large spoons until evenly coated. Avoid overdressing.
  6. Serve immediately for best freshness and crispness.

Notes

Toast almonds for maximum flavor. Dry spinach thoroughly to prevent sogginess. Toss salad gently to avoid bruising spinach. Dress salad just before serving to keep it fresh. Dressing can be thinned with water or apple juice if too thick. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt and mayo with plant-based alternatives and omit feta or use vegan cheese.

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