Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe
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Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe
Description
The Strawberry Spinach Salad starts with fresh spinach and strawberries that provide a vibrant base. Roasted pecans add a nutty crunch, while thin slices of red onion lend mild sharpness if used. The homemade poppy seed dressing, made by shaking together olive oil, white vinegar, sugar, and poppy seeds, brings a subtle sweetness and acidity that complements the fruit and greens.
The salad's texture balances tender spinach with juicy strawberries and crisp nuts, lightly coated by the dressing. Refrigerating the salad briefly before serving lets flavors meld without wilting the spinach. This dish works well as a colorful side at lunch or dinner or as a light starter.
The dressing and salad components can be prepared in advance and refrigerated separately, allowing simple assembly shortly before serving. This helps maintain freshness and texture. Leftover dressing can be kept up to seven days in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 /4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar distilled
- 9 ounces spinach
- 1 quart strawberry cleaned, hulled and cut in half, fresh
- 1/2 /2 cup pecans roasted
- 1/4 /4 medium red onion thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Add the poppy seeds, sugar, olive oil, and vinegar to a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake well to combine. Refrigerate an hour to up to 7 days.
- Combine the spinach, strawberries, pecans, and red onion slices (if using) in a large salad bowl or on a platter. Pour the dressing over salad, and lightly toss. Refrigerate about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Prepare and store individual salad ingredients and dressing ahead, then toss just before serving to keep spinach fresh.
- The dressing can be refrigerated for up to 7 days in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 519mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 4005IU | 80% |
| Vitamin C | 104.7mg | 116% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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