SUNFLOWER STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD

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Not only is this salad a treat to eat, it's a delight to the eyes, thanks to the vibrant green and red ingredients. "I made it by combining several recipes, then added a few extra touches," tells Cathy Linzbach of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. "It's great to serve at ladies' luncheon."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups torn fresh spinach
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon sunflower kernels
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, onion, sunflower kernels and sesame seeds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jane Triny
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this salad. The strawberries and sunflower seeds added a nice sweetness and crunch.


Elmetwaly Mohey
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect salad to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Osei Gideon
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great salad to serve at a party or potluck.


Timothy Orr
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach and strawberries. It's also really easy to make, and the dressing is delicious.


Mintu Sing
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one was really good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the combination of strawberries, spinach, and sunflower seeds was perfect.


Ryan Meckna
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love that it's made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. I also appreciate that the recipe includes a homemade dressing, which really takes the salad to the next level.


Adriana Serna
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I was pleasantly surprised by this salad. I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but the addition of strawberries and sunflower seeds really made it special. I'll definitely be making this again!


Rich Man k
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of sweet strawberries, tangy spinach, and crunchy sunflower seeds. The dressing is also perfect - light and lemony.


garry sheenhmar
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make, and the ingredients are all healthy and affordable. I especially liked the addition of sunflower seeds, which added a nice crunch.


Malvinjmagede Jula
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sunflower seeds, strawberries, and spinach was unique and delicious. I also loved the dressing, which was light and flavorful.