Dairy-Free Strawberry Spinach Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Dairy-Free Strawberry Spinach Salad, a fresh and vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach, juicy slices of sweet strawberries, and the delicate crunch of toasted almonds and sunflower seeds, this wholesome salad strikes the ideal balance between flavors and textures. A zesty homemade balsamic maple dressing ties everything together, giving each bite a delightful tangy-sweet finish. With no dairy and minimal prep time (just 15 minutes!), this elegant yet effortless recipe makes for a refreshing side dish or a light, satisfying main course. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, gluten-free, and plant-based option, this salad will become a staple in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 0.25 medium, thinly sliced red onion
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the baby spinach and strawberries. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin slices.
Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk (or shake the jar) until the dressing is well emulsified.
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, toasted almonds, and sunflower seeds.
Drizzle the salad with the dressing and gently toss to evenly coat the ingredients.
Serve immediately as a light main dish or side. Add more sunflower seeds or almonds for added crunch if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.9 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1429 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 468 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1394 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
