Strawberry Spinach Salad

Looking for a healthy lunch option or summer party salad? This Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing is the recipe for you!

For the Salad:

• 3/4 cup pecans
• 1/2 thinly sliced small red onion
• 10 ounces fresh baby spinach
• 2 lbs strawberries. cleaned and quartered
• 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pecans in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the pecans smell fragrant. Transfer to a cutting board and chop. Set aside.
2. In small mixing bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients until well combined.
3. Place the spinach in a great big serving bowl. Add the strawberries and red onion. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat the leaves. Add a little more if needed to suit your preferences. Add the feta and pecans. Toss lightly to combine. Serve immediately, with extra dressing on the side as desired.