1.8k. Whenever I’m craving a big green salad, this recipe is at the top of my list. Strawberry Spinach Salad. I adore this salad and I know you will too! Strawberry Spinach Salad is the PERFECT summer salad recipe. 1 Balsamic vinaigrette. Add the poppy seeds last. Recipe by Ronda Tatum. It's made with feta, candied pecans, red onion and a healthy dressing that takes 5 minutes to make. I always buy pre-washed organic baby spinach, so I can easily add it to a salad bowl right before mixing. Fresh spinach leaves, strawberries, feta cheese, red onion, avocado, sliced almonds and pecans combined to make an amazing salad that is then topped with homemade honey poppy seed dressing or homemade Balsamic Dressing. Fresh baby spinach, sweet strawberries, buttery pecans and goat cheese are tossed in a honey sweetened balsamic vinaigrette – it’s so simple to make and beyond delicious.. You might wonder how good Strawberry Spinach Salad can be with its short list of ingredients and easy instructions. Filed Under: Gluten Free, Healthy, Lunch, Salad Dressings, Salads, Vegetarian Tagged With: candied pecans, honey poppy seed dressing, pears, spinach and pecan salad, spinach salad, winter green salad, winter spinach and pear salad Spinach and strawberry salad is a great make ahead salad: It is a perfect candidate for Easter or Mother’s Day brunch when strawberries are in season. Once the salad is ready, I take my poppy seed dressing out of the refrigerator and stir it well. You'll love how easy and healthy it is! Jun 28, 2019 - Explore Fran Duckworth's board "Spinach strawberry salad", followed by 274 people on Pinterest. Grilled Taco Lime Chicken paired with a refreshing strawberry spinach salad full of sweet toasted pecans and poppy seed dressing. 1 cup Pecan. 1 1/2 cups Strawberries. Top the salad with some easy candied pecans. There may be sugar on the bottom that didn’t melt so you want to get that all mixed in. If you add them with the onions you might end up with black dressing. A salad is nothing without a delicious dressing to go with it. Fresh spinach salad loaded with delicious berries, topped with maple candied walnuts and the BEST creamy strawberry poppy seed dressing. The poppy seed dressing is the absolute best and takes only minutes to whip together. Poppy seeds and pecans add a pleasing crunch to the mix. Juice lemon to measure 2 tbsp (30 mL). My friend Kristen, husband Dave, and their 5 kids lived in Japan for a few years. Refrigerate any extra salad dressing in a sealed container for up to 4 days. To assemble the salad, place spinach in a large bowl; top with chicken, strawberries, avocado, cucumbers, onion, pecans and goat cheese. Candied Pecans: 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups pecan halves 1 cup granulated sugar . Sweet strawberries, fresh spinach, crunchy pecans, and crispy bacon are drizzled with a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing, perfect for brunch or even a fancy dinner. The strawberry spinach salad was a riff off the salad that Brad’s mom made at Easter dinner this year. Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans - so simple to make and pairs perfectly with just about anything! If a salad is only as good as it’s dressing – then this Spinach Berry Salad is deee-vine. See more ideas about recipes, spinach strawberry salad, salad. Add the dressing and pecans to spinach, sliced red onion, and any other veggies you like. Using Simple Slicer on #2 setting, slice cucumber and onion. Add chicken to make it a … Perfect easy salad for picnics, potlucks and summer get together. It’s filled with fruit and vegetables and tastes so fresh and delicious. While living there, Apple, Feta and Spiced Pecan Salad with Poppyseed Dressing was one salad they could always enjoy, even overseas. Baking & Spices. Strawberry spinach salad is this salad hater's favorite salad! 6 oz Spinach, leaves. The candied pecans add a boost of protein to your salad, and also make a great addition to trail mixes. Cut cucumber slices in half. The perfect summer salad is born. Place crumbled feta and candied pecans on top of the salad. We love this for a quick side at lunch or dinner. One of the things that I look so forward to making during strawberry season is Strawberry Pecan Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing. Gluten, dairy and refined sugar-free, this light and healthy berry salad is summer at it’s best. Salad: 1 pound fresh spinach 2 cups thinly sliced celery This recipe starts with a bed of fresh spinach and ripe juicy summer strawberries topped with creamy avocado, cheese, thinly sliced onions and some deliciously sweet candied pecans. This strawberry spinach salad is a blend of baby spinach leaves, fresh strawberries, red onion, almonds, feta cheese and avocado, all tossed in a poppyseed dressing. Condiments. The acidity of the dressing adds a nice balance. Welcoming spring and summer with this fresh and easy Strawberry Spinach Salad with feta and toasted pecans is the best rite of passage I can think of. In a large bowl, mix the spinach, onion, and sliced strawberries. Mostly I eat them because I know I should, rather than because I really enjoy them. When the weather warms up, I’m all about salads. Dressing: 2/3 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 to 4 green onions, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons dry mustard 2 cups vegetable oil 3 tablespoons poppy seeds . This poppy seed dressing is great on a strawberry spinach salad but sometimes the strawberries are just not looking pretty or they’re super expensive. It's that time of year when light, fresh summery salads start making an appearance. Place the sugar, salt, vinegar, oil, and 2 whole strawberries in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Whisk or shake until combined. Prepare the poppy seed dressing by following the directions here! The good dressing part is essential. Mix well and enjoy! This healthy strawberry spinach salad with poppyseed dressing is always a crowd pleaser! Apples taste just as good and give the salad even more texture. Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing and Homemade Candied Pecans Recipe – seriously delicious! It is FAST. Stir in the poppy seeds. Strawberry Spinach Salad – a crowd-pleasing vibrant salad with a bed of fresh spinach, luscious strawberries, avocado, thinly sliced onions, crunchy candied almonds tossed with a delicious strawberry poppy salad dressing. Nuts & Seeds. Bake at 400ºF for 8 minutes. Rather than a creamy dressing, this spinach strawberry salad calls for a poppy seed vinaigrette made with balsamic vinegar and honey for a few reasons: Balsamic and strawberry are divine together. Kristen loaded the dressing, Craisins and pecans into her checked suitcase when she came home to visit family in the States. The dressing is made with creamy coconut milk, avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, ground mustard, poppy-seeds and … 2 tbsp Brown sugar. Produce. 1 lb strawberries. 1/2 … For dressing, zest lemon to measure 1/2 tsp (2 mL). First, spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Score cucumber lengthwise; remove seeds using The Corer™. All that’s left to do is to pour the dressing over the spinach strawberry salad. Serve immediately. Pour the poppy seed dressing on top of the salad and gently toss to combine. A fresh and colorful salad that’s fit for any occasion! HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD: MAKE THE DRESSING: Add all of the ingredients for the dressing into a bowl or jar. Refrigerate covered salad in a bowl and dressing in a jar separately for up to 2 days. Then, lay slivered almonds down on the baking sheet and drizzle with maple syrup and season with a pinch of salt. A show-stopping simple Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad with fruity sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, crunchy candied almonds, and tangy feta cheese. Strawberry Spinach Salad is a personal favorite and definitely a crowd pleaser! Every year I look forward to strawberry season and Strawberry Spinach Salad is the first thing I make. This Strawberry Spinach Salad with pecans, mandarin oranges and poppy seed dressing has become our favorite quick salad! Delicious and classic with juicy strawberries, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy candied nuts with a bright lemon poppyseed dressing! Romaine, strawberries, Vidalia onions tossed in a quick homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, sugar, sour cream, milk, cider vinegar, and poppy seed. Top with poppy seed dressing to make the perfect summer salad recipe! It’s sweet, tangy, easy to make and pairs really well with the other flavors in the salad. Combine zest, juice, vinegar, sugar, oil and poppy seeds in small mixing bowl; whisk until well blended. Strawberry avocado salad with poppy seed dressing. Strawberry Poppy Seed Dressing. A simple, satisfying salad, with baby spinach, strawberries, mandarin oranges, almonds and goat cheese and with a homemade poppy seed dressing. I always have balsamic vinegar in my pantry. Serve it as a side or add some chicken for a healthy lunch. Candied Slivered Almonds. Pair sweet strawberries with ripe avocado, crumbed feta cheese and pecans, toss in homemade poppy seed dressing, and voila! Oh my Lord, I'm sure my military friends are cracking up at me right now. Strawberry Spinach Salad with Raspberry Poppy Seed Dressing Although perfect for summer, this refreshing salad is a favorite year-round for our family and friends. Truth be told, I'm not a huge salad person. A light and refreshing strawberry spinach salad filled with fresh strawberries, almonds, feta and greens. 7 ingredients. 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