This Strawberry Spinach Salad is my FAVORITE spring salad ! The juicy strawberries and candied walnuts add the best texture. Toss it with my creamy poppyseed dressing and you have the prettiest salad at the table !

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Why You Need This Salad In Your Life!

  • Better glazed walnuts: Most salads settle for plain or overly sweet nuts. These glazed walnuts add the perfect crunch without stealing the show.
  • Sweet, salty, fresh perfection: Juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and crisp greens—this salad hits every flavor in one bite.
  • Fancy with zero effort: It looks restaurant worthy but takes just minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, weekend brunch, or family potlucks.

Ingredients in Strawberry Spinach Salad

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  • Add-In Ideas: Try adding different kinds of berries, like blueberries or blackberries. Sliced red onion would also be delicious in this salad!
  • Walnuts: The glazed walnuts are a must! If you can’t find them at the store, use my easy Candied Walnuts recipe.
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  • Dressing Substitutions: Lighten up the dressing by using non-fat Greek Yogurt or low-fat mayonnaise in place of the mayonnaise .

How to Make Strawberry Spinach Salad

This salad is so simple to put together. You only need to slice up the strawberries, prepare your lettuce, and whip up the quick and delicious dressing , and you’re ready to go!

  1. Combine Dressing Ingredients: In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, milk, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and poppyseeds .
  2. Stir: Whisk the dressing until smooth and combined.
  3. Assemble the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl , combine the baby spinach, spring mix, strawberries, candied walnuts, and crumbled feta. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and then gently toss to coat. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Leftover Spinach Strawberry Salad

This spinach strawberry salad is best served right away! If you want to make it ahead of time, then wait to dress the salad right before serving.

More Fresh Spring & Summer Salads To Try

I love a fresh salad in the springtime and on hot summer days. These fresh salads are a hit at home and any family gathering, BBQ, or get together. If you’re making it for lunch, grill up some chicken to get your protein.

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Salad

  • ▢ 1 (6-ounce) package baby spinach
  • ▢ 1 (5-ounce) package spring mix salad greens
  • ▢ 1 pound sliced fresh strawberries
  • ▢ 1 (7-ounce) package candied or glazed walnuts
  • ▢ ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

Creamy Poppyseed Dressing

  • ▢ ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ▢ ¼ cup milk
  • ▢ ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ▢ 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • ▢ 2 teaspoons poppyseeds

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 (6-ounce) package baby spinach , 1 (5-ounce) package spring mix salad greens , 1 pound sliced fresh strawberries , 1 (7-ounce) package candied or glazed walnuts , and ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese .
  • In a small bowl, add ⅓ cup mayonnaise , ¼ cup milk , ¼ cup granulated sugar , 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar , and 2 teaspoons poppyseeds .
  • Whisk the dressing until smooth and combined. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 (6-ounce) package baby spinach
  • 1 (5-ounce) package spring mix salad greens
  • 1 pound sliced fresh strawberries
  • 1 (7-ounce) package candied or glazed walnuts
  • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

Creamy Poppyseed Dressing

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons poppyseeds

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 (6-ounce) package baby spinach , 1 (5-ounce) package spring mix salad greens , 1 pound sliced fresh strawberries , 1 (7-ounce) package candied or glazed walnuts , and ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese .
  • In a small bowl, add ⅓ cup mayonnaise , ¼ cup milk , ¼ cup granulated sugar , 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar , and 2 teaspoons poppyseeds .
  • Whisk the dressing until smooth and combined. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

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