Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppyseed Dressing
A fresh and flavorful salad combining earthy spinach and sweet strawberries, topped with a tangy Balsamic Poppyseed Dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh baby spinach
- Ripe strawberries, sliced
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Sliced almonds or walnuts
- Balsamic vinegar
- Olive oil
- Poppy seeds
- Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the baby spinach leaves thoroughly and pat them dry.
- Slice the strawberries and set them aside.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper to create the dressing in a small bowl.
- Combine the spinach, sliced strawberries, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients well.
- Sprinkle nuts on top for added crunch just before serving, if using.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant salad!
Notes
For best texture, ensure spinach is fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping dressing separate until ready to eat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg