Strawberry Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

User Reviews

5

15 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    2 servings

  • Calories

    923 kcal

  • Course

    Salad

  • Cuisine

    American

Strawberry Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

This Strawberry Avocado Salad combines tender baby kale with sweet sliced strawberries and creamy ripe avocado. The salad is completed with a bacon-infused poppyseed dressing, delivering a balance of smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. The crisp bacon pieces and the mild crunch of poppy seeds add texture contrast to the fresh greens and soft fruit, making it a refreshing and flavorful salad for light meals or side dishes.

Description

Strawberry Avocado Salad with Poppyseed Dressing features tender baby kale as the base, paired with fresh sliced strawberries and ripe avocado. The salad comes alive with its dressing, made by mixing savory cooked bacon pieces into a blend of mayonnaise, sugar, white vinegar, poppy seeds, and seasonings. This dressing adds a slightly sweet and tangy element enhanced by the smoky bacon. The kale provides a sturdy yet tender leaf texture, while the strawberries offer juiciness and mild tartness. The avocado adds a buttery richness that balances the flavors and textures in this combination.

The salad is simply prepared by tossing the kale, fruit, and avocado together, then drizzling with the freshly whisked bacon poppyseed dressing. This dish works well as a light lunch or as a side salad accompanying grilled meats or sandwiches. The interplay of fresh ingredients and the creamy, slightly crunchy dressing makes it appealing for those looking for a salad with varied textures and layered flavors.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 6 cups kale prewashed kind, baby
  • 2 cups strawberries sliced
  • 1 avocado sliced, ripe

for the dressing-

  • 4 lices Bacon
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place kale, strawberries and avocado into a large bowl and set aside.
  2. For the dressing, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and drain bacon on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces and whisk together with remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 923kcal (46%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 77g (118%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Cholesterol 53mg (18%) Sodium 732mg (31%) Potassium 1782mg (38%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 21g (42%) Vitamin A 20263IU (405%) Vitamin C 336mg (373%) Calcium 347mg (35%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 923 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 923kcal 46%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 77g 118%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Cholesterol 53mg 18%
Sodium 732mg 31%
Potassium 1782mg 38%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 21g 42%
Vitamin A 20263IU 405%
Vitamin C 336mg 373%
Calcium 347mg 35%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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