Ingredients
– 6 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
– 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup sliced almonds (or walnuts)
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– ¼ cup poppy seed dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Creating this Spinach Strawberry Salad is a simple process. Follow these steps for a delicious result:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly. Hull the strawberries and slice them into thin pieces. Thinly slice the red onion.
2. Combine Spinach and Strawberries: In a large salad bowl, add the fresh spinach leaves and sliced strawberries.
3. Add Red Onion: Sprinkle the thinly sliced red onion over the spinach and strawberries.
4. Incorporate Nuts: Add the sliced almonds (or walnuts) to the salad for a delightful crunch.
5. Add Feta Cheese: If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad for added flavor.
6. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
7. Toss Gently: Using salad tongs or your hands, gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat them with the dressing.
8. Serve Immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, so serve it right after tossing.
By following these steps, you’ll have a vibrant and delicious Spinach Strawberry Salad ready to delight your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: For a complete meal, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas to boost the protein content.