Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Strawberry Salad with a sweet and tangy poppy seed dressing, topped with crispy bacon and crunchy candied almonds. Perfect for a quick, delightful side or light meal that combines refreshing fruit, savory flavors, and a creamy dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 oz lettuce (or spinach, your choice)
- ½ pint fresh strawberries (about 8 strawberries, hulled and sliced)
- ⅓ cup crumbled bacon
- ¼ cup candied almonds
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (or white distilled vinegar)
- ½ teaspoon poppy seeds
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Place washed and dried lettuce or spinach into a large mixing bowl, creating the base for your salad.
- Add Strawberries: Wash, hull, and slice the fresh strawberries. Add them to the bowl with the greens for a burst of natural sweetness and color.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and candied almonds evenly over the salad to add crispy and crunchy textures.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, granulated sugar, white wine vinegar, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Dress and Serve: Drizzle the poppy seed dressing over the salad just before serving, then toss gently or serve as is for a layered presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute lettuce with spinach or your favorite leafy greens.
- For a lighter dressing, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust sugar in the dressing to taste depending on the sweetness of strawberries.
- Make sure to dry the greens thoroughly to prevent sogginess.
- Serve immediately after dressing to maintain crunchiness.
