Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing. This refreshing dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a light lunch. With the creamy texture of avocado, the sweetness of strawberries, and a tangy poppyseed dressing, this salad offers a delightful balance of taste and nutrition. It’s quick to prepare and can easily be customized to suit your preferences, making it a staple in your healthy meal repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese (or goat cheese or feta)
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- half a small red onion, thinly sliced
- For the dressing: 1/3 cup avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the dressing ingredients until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, avocado, cheese, almonds, and red onion.
- Drizzle the salad with the prepared dressing and gently toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg