Description
Savor the delightful combination of fresh spinach and juicy strawberries in this vibrant Strawberry Spinach Poppyseed Salad. Drizzled with a tangy poppyseed dressing, this dish offers a refreshing burst of flavors that make it perfect for summer picnics or light lunches. Quick to prepare, this salad is sure to impress your guests and brighten up any meal with its colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup ripe strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup unsalted roasted sunflower seeds
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, sunflower seeds, and poppy seeds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg