Description
A fresh and vibrant Strawberry and Spinach Salad tossed with a creamy, tangy poppy seed dressing made from Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and patted dry
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach: Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel to ensure the spinach is dry and crisp.
- Prepare the strawberries: Hull the strawberries by removing their green stems, then slice each strawberry into quarters to create bite-sized pieces that blend well in the salad.
- Make the poppy seed dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and poppy seeds until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy and slightly tangy dressing.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, gently combine the fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, and thinly sliced red onion to evenly distribute the flavors and textures.
- Toss with dressing and serve: Drizzle the prepared poppy seed dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with extra poppy seeds for a visual and textural boost.
Notes
- Make sure the spinach is thoroughly dried to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
- Adjust the honey in the dressing to suit your desired sweetness level.
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and honey with maple syrup.
- The salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of spinach and strawberries.
- Extra poppy seeds add a nice crunch and pop of flavor as a garnish.
