Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
This salad didn’t come to play—it came to slay, sparkle, and probably judge your other lunch choices. Fresh strawberries? Obviously. Baby spinach? A supermodel in the leafy greens world. And don’t even get me started on the poppy seed dressing—sweet, tangy, and dressed better than I am for Zoom calls. It’s light, fresh, plant-based, and photogenic enough for a cookbook cover. Toss it together in under 15 minutes and pretend you’re effortlessly elegant. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or when you just need to eat something that isn’t beige.
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
A refreshing, vibrant salad combining juicy strawberries, tender spinach, crunchy almonds, and a sweet vegan poppy seed dressing that makes every bite feel like spring.
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach washed and patted like royalty
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- ¼ red onion thinly sliced for drama
- ¼ cup slivered almonds lightly toasted, or straight from the bag
- ¼ cup vegan feta optional, but recommended for that bougie vibe
For the Poppy Seed Dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grab your biggest mixing bowl and toss in the spinach like you mean it.
- Add strawberries, red onion, almonds, and vegan feta if you’re feeling fancy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad like a queen sprinkling fairy dust.
- Toss gently to avoid bruising your produce—or your ego.
- Serve immediately and accept compliments gracefully (or smugly, your call).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 45%
- Vitamin C: 80%
- Iron: 12%
- Folate: 20%
- Calcium: 10%
Extra Flavor Tips
- Add avocado slices for creaminess—because we’re worth it.
- Want more crunch? Toss in some pumpkin seeds or pecans.
- Swap strawberries for blueberries if you’re living wild.
- Store dressing separately if you’re meal-prepping (like a responsible adult).
- Serve with chilled sparkling water to complete your domestic goddess fantasy.
