STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRY POPPY SEED DRESSING

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Although perfect for summer, this refreshing salad is a favorite year-round for our family and friends. Poppy seeds and pecans add a pleasing crunch to the mix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1 package (10 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the vinaigrette, sugar, salt and mustard. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Just before serving, toss the spinach, strawberries and pecans in a large salad bowl. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 409mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Wilfred Charette
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this salad. The dressing is also really good.


Harka Lamichhane
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. The dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Lewis
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up fresh strawberries.


ManuhElle
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also really easy to make.


abutaleb
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I love the poppy seed dressing on this salad. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Sleepy owl
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also really delicious!


MikeRBX
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The dressing is so flavorful and the strawberries and spinach are so fresh.


Rafi Chowdrhuy
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


sky studio
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This is my new favorite salad! The dressing is amazing and the strawberries and spinach are so fresh.


S ali
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Queen Joy
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I love the combination of strawberries and spinach in this salad. The dressing is also really good.


Bright Mario
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This salad is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's light and healthy, and the dressing is so flavorful.


talib lashari
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Shahzad Siyal
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors.


Nazma Aktar
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing is amazing!


Pabita Gurung
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The raspberry poppy seed dressing was the perfect complement to the sweet strawberries and spinach.