Spinach Strawberry Bacon Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing
If you are looking for a delicious and healthy salad to enjoy, look no further than the Spinach Strawberry Bacon Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing. This salad is packed with fresh ingredients, including spinach, strawberries, bacon, and a homemade poppy seed dressing that is sure to impress your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 6 cups of fresh spinach
- 1 pint of fresh strawberries, sliced
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup of sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 1/4 cup of white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds
To make the poppy seed dressing, simply whisk together the white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously. Once the dressing has emulsified, stir in the poppy seeds.
Directions:
- Wash and dry the spinach. Place it in a large bowl.
- Add the sliced strawberries, crumbled bacon, sliced almonds, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
- Pour the poppy seed dressing over the top of the salad.
- Toss the salad until everything is well coated in the dressing.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This salad is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or as a side dish for a summer barbecue. The combination of sweet strawberries, salty bacon, and crunchy almonds is sure to please, and the homemade poppy seed dressing takes it to the next level.
For a twist on the traditional salad, try adding some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal. You can also swap out the feta cheese for goat cheese or blue cheese for a different flavor profile.
So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy salad option, give the Spinach Strawberry Bacon Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing a try. Your taste buds will thank you!
