Baby Spinach Strawberry Salad (Printable)

Tender spinach and sweet strawberries paired with creamy feta and crunchy almonds in a tangy 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 cup crumbled feta cheese
04 - 0.33 cup sliced almonds, toasted
05 - 0.25 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Poppy Seed Dressing

06 - 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
11 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
12 - 0.125 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until well emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, strawberries, red onion, and half the feta and almonds.
03 - Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad. Toss gently to coat all components evenly.
04 - Top with remaining feta and almonds. Serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required
  • Bursting with fresh, seasonal flavors that celebrate spring
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
  • The homemade poppy seed dressing is simple yet impressive
  • Perfect balance of sweet strawberries, tangy feta, and crunchy almonds
  • Beautiful presentation that works for both casual and elegant occasions
02 -
  • Always dress the salad just before serving to keep the spinach crisp and fresh
  • Reserve some feta and almonds for topping to create an attractive presentation
  • Use high-quality extra-virgin olive oil in the dressing for the best flavor
  • Choose strawberries that are bright red and fragrant for maximum sweetness
  • Slice the red onion as thinly as possible to keep it from overpowering the delicate flavors
  • If making ahead, keep all components separate and assemble just before serving
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