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Strawberry Spinach Salad

Delicious Strawberry Spinach Salad for a Fresh Summer Boost

This Strawberry Spinach Salad is a vibrant and customizable dish perfect for summer, packed with nutrients and delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey for different flavor
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar for tangier option
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds or sesame seeds if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion finely chopped or omit if not a fan
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional but enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce omit for vegetarian-friendly dressing
  • 1/2 cup canola oil or olive oil for different taste
Salad
  • 6 cups fresh spinach or baby spinach for added tenderness
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • 1/2 cup mandarin oranges or fresh oranges
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries or other seasonal berries
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds or pecans/walnuts for variation

Equipment

  • Blender
  • large salad bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a blender, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, minced onion, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend on low until well combined, about 20 seconds. Gradually add canola oil while blending for another 30 seconds until emulsified.
  2. In a large salad bowl, add fresh spinach. Slice strawberries and add along with drained mandarin oranges and fresh blueberries.
  3. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the salad. Gently toss the ingredients together.
  4. Just before serving, drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 7500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, dress the salad just before serving to keep the spinach crisp. Customize with different fruits, nuts, or proteins as desired.

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