Strawberry Poppyseed Salad is a fresh, lightly sweet salad that is amazing as a side—or as the base of a main course.
Juicy red strawberries are tossed with crisp greens and a poppyseed-studded dressing with a light tang and a touch of honey.
Top with feta and candied walnuts for a crumble and crunch.
To make this salad the main course, dress it up with some grilled chicken and serve with a crusty baguette.
Why KJ Loves
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
Fresh, vibrant and loaded full of flavor, this strawberry poppyseed salad is a classic for a reason! I love how easily this salad comes together and how it makes you want to dish up another bowl.
Poppyseed Salad Dressing Ingredients
Dijon mustard
Honey
Instead of sugar, we use honey, which contains amino acids, vitamins, minerals, iron, zinc, and antioxidants. Sweet!
Blush wine vinegar
Blush wine vinegar has a lighter flavor and color than red wine vinegar. If you can’t find it at your store, substitute with red wine vinegar.
Avocado oil
Avocado oil is a heart-healthy oil that contains vitamin E. It’s a great base for healthy salad dressing.
Poppy seeds
Salt and pepper
Other Ingredients
Greens
Pick whichever greens you like best—or what looks freshest at the grocery store. This strawberry poppyseed salad recipe works especially well with spinach or a fresh spring mix.
Strawberries (sliced)
How to Make the Best Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
Whisk together all of the poppyseed salad dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
Rinse and prepare your greens and chop up the strawberries.
Once you’re ready to serve the salad, gently toss the ingredients together.
Easy. Healthy. Tasty.
Tossing Tips
Wait to toss.
Make sure you wait to dress the salad until right before serving, to avoid soggy greens.
Chill the bowl.
If you chill the bowl in the refrigerator before adding the ingredients, it will help keep all the components cool and crisp.
Use a big bowl.
Choose a bowl that’s substantially larger than the amount of ingredients you’re adding. This will prevent any unwelcome spills!
Use your hands.
Gently toss the salad ingredients together with your hands. It’s messy but distributes the dressing evenly!
Equipment & Ingredients
You’ll Need:
Tasty Toppings
Go nuts.
Try slivered almonds, chopped walnuts, or candied pecans on top!
Feta foreva.
Sprinkle some crumbled feta on this salad for a tangy, creamy twist.
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad FAQ
Can the dressing be made in advance?
Yes! Make and store the poppyseed dressing in the refrigerator up to a couple of days in advance. Use this fun little dressing dispenser to make life easy!
Is poppyseed salad dressing good for you?
This homemade poppyseed salad dressing is great if you’re health-conscious, since it’s not processed and contains wholesome ingredients. It’s sweetened with a touch of honey, which, in moderation, can provide a number of health benefits (versus regular sugar).
What is poppyseed dressing made of?
This healthy poppyseed salad dressing recipe includes dijon mustard, blush wine vinegar, avocado oil, poppy seeds, and a touch of honey.
Recipe Video:
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad (Healthy Recipe)
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- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad is a fresh, lightly sweet salad that is amazing as a side—or as the base of a main course.
Juicy red strawberries are tossed with crisp greens and a poppyseed-studded dressing with a light tang and a touch of honey.
Top with feta and candied walnuts for a crumble and crunch.
To make this salad the main course, dress it up with some grilled chicken and serve with a crusty baguette.
Ingredients
- 10 oz mixed salad greens
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup pecans, halved or chopped
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup blush wine vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon poppyseeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl or mason jar, whisk together the dijon mustard, honey, blush wine vinegar, avocado oil and poppyseeds until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the salad by placing the salad mix in a large bowl, topping with the strawberries, candied pecans and feta.
- Wait to dress the salad until directly prior to serving. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Enjoy!
Notes
- Easily make this recipe in advance by making the dressing and storing in an air-tight container in the refrigerator alongside the assembled salad. Wait to dress until prior to serving. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 138
- Sugar: 11.4g
- Sodium: 242mg
- Fat: 7.9g
- Carbohydrates: 14.5g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
Keywords: Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
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