Light Strawberry-Spinach Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight
Light Strawberry-Spinach Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight is the perfect way to embrace the vibrant flavors of summer. This delightful salad features fresh spinach and sweet strawberries, making it an ideal addition to any picnic, potluck, or light lunch at home. With its colorful presentation and refreshing taste, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, ensuring you enjoy a healthy yet satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 cups fresh spinach (washed and dried)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup canola oil (or olive oil)
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey)
- 2 tablespoons minced green onion (or chives)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly; place in a large mixing bowl.
- Remove stems from strawberries and slice them thinly; add to the bowl with spinach.
- Toast sesame seeds in a small pan over medium heat until golden brown; add to salad mixture.
- In another bowl, whisk together canola oil, red apple vinegar, sugar, minced green onion, paprika (if using), and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Pour dressing over salad mixture; toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer salad to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg