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Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing, bursting with vibrant flavors and colors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach can be swapped for arugula
  • 2 cups Strawberries hulled and quartered
  • 1 cup Pecans toasted
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar main acidic element
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil high-quality recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for plant-based
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard acts as an emulsifier
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes, keeping an eye on them.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, poppy seeds, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, and thinly sliced onion. Toss gently.
  4. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  5. Top the salad with toasted pecans and crumbled feta, and toss lightly again.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 360mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and dressed just before serving.

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