Spinach Berry Salad with Sweet Poppy Seed Dressing
Fresh and vibrant, the Spinach Berry Salad with Sweet Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful dish that brings a burst of flavor to any occasion. This salad features a refreshing combination of baby spinach, juicy strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, all topped off with a creamy sweet poppy seed dressing. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a healthy lunch at home, this colorful salad not only looks beautiful but also provides essential nutrients. With easy preparation and the versatility to pair with various proteins like grilled chicken or turkey, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 6 ounces blueberries
- 6 ounces raspberries
- 4 ounces feta cheese (optional)
- 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
- Prepare the dressing by combining oil, vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, dried mustard, and salt in a jar. Shake well and refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a large salad bowl, layer the baby spinach as the base. Top with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, feta cheese (if using), red onion, and almonds.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg