Spinach and Strawberry Salad

I got this recipe from my church’s 100th anniversary cookbook and it has been a favorite everywhere I have taken it. As an added bonus the dressing is good for just about any kind of salad. Also, it makes a great Christmas salad because of the red and green colors.

Carrie’s Note: I use Apple Cider Vinegar in this because I like the flavor much better, but balsamic is very tasty as well!  I also leave out the almonds because nuts in my salad is against the rules 🙂  You can also add a grilled chicken breast and make this a meal!

Strawberry and Spinach Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 -10
Author Carrie Hill

Ingredients

  • Salad:
  • 1 Lg. bunch fresh spinach
  • 1 Pt. strawberries sliced
  • 1/2 C. slivered almonds
  • Dressing:
  • 1/4 C. Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. sesame seeds
  • 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 Tsp. onion finely minced
  • 1/2 Tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 Tsp. paprika
  • 1/4 C. vegetable oil
  • 1/2 C. Flavored vinegar my favorite is Balsamic
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine the dressing ingredients with a blender or jar with a tight fitting lid & shake or blend really well.
  2. Toss the salad ingredients in a large bowl
  3. Just before serving mix the dressing again and then gently toss with the salad.
  4. Don't do this ahead of time, the spinach gets very soggy.