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Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

I loved every single thing about this beautiful salad.  I was surprised to find that I enjoyed the combination of creamy avocado with sweet strawberries – they were wonderful together. The almonds gave the salad a nice crunch and the Parmesan gave it a great salty flavor. I loved the honey maple poppy seed vinaigrette that I found on Barefeet in the Kitchen… it was AMAZING – thanks, Mary!!  I used baby spinach, mixed greens, and romaine to make this salad extra tasty. I used  The Village Press olive oil that was recently sent to me and I really liked it.  The oil is very flavorful and delicious – it made the vinaigrette really fantastic. My husband, myself, and our friends loved the salad and the kids gobbled it all up too. I paired this dish with Razor Clams and a delicious pasta salad that will post soon.

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

How to Make a Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Combine the canola oil, olive oil, maple syrup, honey, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice & zest, white balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, and the poppy seeds together in a small bowl; whisk until well combined.  Set aside for flavors to mingle for 20-30 minutes.

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Combine the baby spinach, spring greens, and romaine lettuce together in a large bowl.  Layer the salad with sliced strawberries, diced avocado, sliced shallots, sliced almonds, and shredded Parmesan.  Drizzle the top with the vinaigrette and toss until evenly coated.  Serve immediately.  Enjoy.

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

 

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Strawberry and Avocado Salad with Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Pam / For the Love of Cooking

Equipment

Ingredients

Honey Maple Poppy Seed Vinaigrette:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 ½ tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tbsp honey
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ lemon juice & zest
  • 1/2-1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar to taste
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp poppy seeds

Salad:

  • 2 cups of baby spinach
  • 1 cup of mixed greens
  • 1 cup of romaine
  • ½ cup of strawberries sliced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 small shallot sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp sliced almonds
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Combine the canola oil, olive oil, maple syrup, honey, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice & zest, white balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, and the poppy seeds together in a small bowl; whisk until well combined. Set aside for flavors to mingle for 20-30 minutes.
  • Combine the baby spinach, spring greens, and romaine lettuce together in a large bowl. Layer the salad with sliced strawberries, diced avocado, sliced shallots, sliced almonds, and shredded Parmesan. Drizzle the top with the vinaigrette and toss until evenly coated. Serve immediately. Enjoy.
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  1. I love salads and eat at least one every single day. You always make the best salads, Pam! This one looks so refreshing, and the vinaigrette sounds amazing. I can’t wait to try this!

  2. I am so glad that you enjoyed the dressing, Pam! This salad sounds delicious. I can not get enough of all the different fruits I’ve been putting in my salads this year. Have a blessed afternoon!