Strawberry Spinach Salad

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Who knew , spinach was such a power house of nutrition – more so than even kale. Combined with the other Superfood -strawberries, this salad is fresh and seasonal and a sure winner for lunch or a side at dinner.This recipe is brought to you by my friend Jan: a fun loving yoga follower, horseback riding mom, recycler and skilled architect on the go. It is fresh and seasonal and super easy to assemble.  makes 4 servings of 1.5 C each and prep time is about 15 minutes. The secret is in the dressing!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
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Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup canola or safflower oil (not olive oil)
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1.5 Tbsp sugar
  • 1.5 tsp fresh dill minced
  • 1/8 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp dry mustard
SALAD Ingredients
  • 6 cups baby spinach
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1 Tbsp sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl, small mixing bowl, knife, cutting board

Method
 

Toss Salad Ingredients
  1. Place the washed and dried fresh baby spinach leaves in a bowl.
    Add the sliced strawberries and toss gently.
Dressing
  1. Whisk together the oil, vinegar, sugar, dill, onion powder, garlic powder and dry mustard in a small bowl for the dressing.
  2. Toss lightly while drizzling in dressing.
Serve Salad
  1. Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds. (Toasted sesame seeds bring out more nutty flavor)