Description
Fresh and vibrant, the Spinach Berry Salad with Sweet Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful blend of flavors that brings a burst of freshness to any occasion. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or simply as a light lunch, this salad features crisp baby spinach topped with an array of juicy berries and creamy feta cheese. The homemade sweet poppy seed dressing adds a unique twist, enhancing the natural sweetness of the fruits while providing a creamy texture that ties all the ingredients together. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it as a refreshing standalone dish or pair it with grilled chicken for added protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups Baby Spinach Leaves
- 1 cup Strawberries (sliced)
- 6 ounces Blueberries
- 6 ounces Raspberries
- 4 ounces Feta Cheese
- 1/4 Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Sliced or Slivered Almonds
- 1 cup Oil
- 1/3 cup Vinegar (white, apple cider, or raspberry)
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Poppy Seeds
- 1 teaspoon Dried Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Make the dressing by combining oil, vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, dried mustard, and salt in a jar. Shake well until fully mixed and refrigerate until ready.
- In a large bowl, place baby spinach leaves and top with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, feta cheese, red onion, and almonds.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg