Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing, a refreshing dish that perfectly blends sweet strawberries and creamy avocado atop nutrient-rich baby spinach. This quick and easy salad is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or looking for a light lunch option. Tossed in a delightful poppyseed dressing, each bite offers a burst of flavor and color that will impress your guests. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also packed with vitamins and healthy fats, making it a nutritious choice for health-conscious eaters. Enjoy this versatile salad as a main course or side dish, and elevate your meal with its deliciously fresh taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 4 ounces crumbled cheese (blue cheese or feta)
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- half a small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, avocado, cheese (or alternative), toasted almonds, and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 7mg