Baby Spinach Strawberry Salad (Printable)

Tender spinach, sweet strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy almonds tossed with tangy poppy seed dressing.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups baby spinach, washed and dried
02 - 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
04 - 0.33 cup sliced almonds, toasted
05 - 0.25 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Poppy Seed Dressing

06 - 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
11 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
12 - 0.125 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until well emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, strawberries, red onion, and half the feta and almonds.
03 - Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Top with remaining feta and almonds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation in just 15 minutes with no cooking required
  • Fresh, vibrant flavors that perfectly capture the essence of spring
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating many dietary preferences
  • Beautiful presentation that's perfect for entertaining guests
  • Homemade poppy seed dressing that's far superior to store-bought versions
  • Excellent balance of textures from crisp spinach, juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crunchy almonds
02 -
  • Always dress the salad just before serving to prevent wilting
  • Reserve some of the feta and almonds for topping to create visual appeal and textural contrast
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries at peak season for the best flavor
  • Make extra dressing and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week
  • For easier emulsification, combine dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake vigorously
  • If serving to guests, consider presenting the dressing on the side for those who prefer less or more
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