Easy Strawberry Spring Mix Salad for a Fresh Delight
This Easy Strawberry Spring Mix Salad is a fresh and delightful dish that combines vibrant strawberries, crunchy almonds, and creamy feta, all tossed in a homemade poppyseed dressing.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- skillet
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. Spring Mix
- 1 lb. Strawberries (sliced)
- 3/4 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- 3/4 cup Sliced Almonds
- 3 Tablespoons Sugar (for almonds)
- 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (optional)
- 1/3 cup White Vinegar
- 3/4 cup Sugar (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Poppyseeds
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Grated Onion
- 1 cup Oil (neutral)
Instructions
- Whisk together white vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and grated onion in a bowl until smooth, then mix in poppy seeds.
- Slowly whisk in the oil to emulsify the dressing.
- In a skillet, heat sliced almonds with sugar over medium-low heat until the sugar melts and coats the almonds, then cool on parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine spring mix, strawberries, feta, cranberries, and cooled almonds, then toss with some dressing before serving.
Notes
Store the poppyseed dressing in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor. It can be kept in the fridge for up to one week; shake or stir before each use as ingredients may separate.