Fresh Strawberry Spinach Salad (Printable)

Vibrant salad blending strawberries, spinach, feta, and pecans with a tangy poppy seed dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Salad

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

→ Poppy Seed Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper until well combined and emulsified. Set aside.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, crumbled feta, and toasted pecans.
03 - Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad just before serving.
04 - Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and effortless – ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required
  • Bursting with fresh, seasonal flavors that highlight spring and summer produce
  • Perfect balance of sweet strawberries, tangy feta, and crunchy pecans
  • Homemade poppy seed dressing that's far superior to store-bought versions
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary needs
  • Beautiful presentation that impresses guests at any gathering
02 -
  • Always dress the salad just before serving to prevent wilting and maintain crispness
  • Use the freshest, ripest strawberries you can find for maximum sweetness and flavor
  • Toast pecans fresh for each use to ensure optimal crunch and nutty aroma
  • Shake or whisk the dressing vigorously to properly emulsify the oil and vinegar
  • If storing leftovers, keep components separate and reassemble for best results
  • Adjust honey in the dressing to taste depending on the sweetness of your strawberries
  • For the most vibrant presentation, choose dark green baby spinach leaves
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