Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing—an ideal dish for any occasion. This salad is a colorful medley of fresh spinach, juicy strawberries, and creamy avocado, offering a refreshing bite that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Topped with a homemade poppyseed dressing that harmonizes the sweetness of the fruit with savory notes from cheese and nuts, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues, light lunches, or as a wholesome side at gatherings. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy this delightful salad that celebrates fresh ingredients and simple preparation.
- 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 blue cheese (or goat 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 wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking all ingredients together until emulsified; season to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, avocado, cheese, almonds, and red onion.
- Drizzle with dressing and gently toss until all ingredients are coated.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg