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Light Strawberry-Spinach Salad

Light Strawberry-Spinach Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy a vibrant Light Strawberry-Spinach Salad, perfect for summer with fresh spinach and sweet strawberries.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 cups Fresh Spinach washed and dried
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds for crunch
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Canola Oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or honey as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Green Onion or chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian

Equipment

  • small skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, then set aside to cool.
  2. Rinse and dry spinach leaves thoroughly, tear into bite-sized pieces, and place in a mixing bowl.
  3. Combine canola oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, minced green onion, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl; whisk or shake until emulsified.
  4. Add sliced strawberries and toasted sesame seeds to the spinach, pour dressing over, and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately in bowls or on a platter for the best taste and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days, keeping dressing separate.

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