Strawberry Spinach Salad
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Salads A delightful and refreshing summer salad featuring fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, and toasted walnuts, tossed in a tangy homemade dressing.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 0 mins | None | 6 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Blender
- Salad shaker
- Salad bowl
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | Fresh Spinach | Washed |
| 1 pt | Strawberries | Sliced |
| 3 | Green Onions | Sliced |
| 1/2 cup | Walnuts | Toasted |
Dressing
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tsp | Paprika | None |
| 1 tsp | Dry Mustard | None |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt | None |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar | None |
| 1 cup | Salad Oil | None |
| 1/3 cup | Vinegar | None |
| 1 tbsp | Poppy Seeds | None |
Instructions
Step 1: Making the Dressing
- Combine 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp dry mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 cup salad oil, and 1/3 cup vinegar in a blender or shaker.
- Mix well until thoroughly combined, then stir in 1 tbsp poppy seeds.
Step 2: Assembling the Salad
- In a large bowl, toss together 1 lb fresh spinach, 1 pt strawberries, 3 green onions, and 1/2 cup toasted walnuts.
- Pour the dressing over the berries and greens, toss gently until well coated, and serve immediately.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store the dressing in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but assemble the salad just before serving to keep the spinach crisp.
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