Love this salad and so does everyone I have served it too! It is the number 1 request when it ask “what can I bring”. My big question is…it the measurement of the poppy seed correct? The first time I made it following the recipe, I came up with a mouth full of poppy seeds! Since then I do what I think is correct!!
This is one of the best salad recipes I have come across. The added flavor of the toasted pecans balances it out so well. I didn’t have balsamic vinegar or poppy seeds, so I substituted with red wine vinegar and everything bagel seasoning. So delicious! I will definitely be making this again!
I was so skeptical about the amount of poppy seeds but apparently they’re really good for you. The dressing is absolutely delicious and pairs perfectly with the strawberries. Our honey made it too thick, but a 25 second zap in the microwave makes the dressing the perfect consistency for drizzling. This is a great salad!
I have followed this recipe more times than I can count. It’s a family favorite. It has also appeared on many a holiday table. Just wanted to say thank you, because it is a home run.
I sat the salads down in front of my mom and husband and the first thing I heard as I walked back to the kitchen were their gasps of pleasure. Every single time I try a new salad recipe, they tell me,”This is the best salad I’ve ever had.” Erin, kudos to you for working through these recipes for ingredients and dressings and making them so easy and so delicious, that is no small task, and we appreciate the fruit of your labor!
My partner and I both enjoyed this. It’s not something we usually make, but it’s a nice change. The ingredients are simple, but together they taste really good.
I made this with my kids helping out, and it was actually a fun recipe to do together. They liked adding the strawberries and mixing everything. Surprisingly, they even ate it without complaining.
Outstanding salad recipe for spring/early summer when strawberries are at their best! I made this to bring for Easter dinner and everyone loved it. This is a keeper (and the balsamic dressing would be great with so many other salad blends as well!)
I made this for lunch and didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. I liked the balance of sweet and tangy from the dressing. It ties everything together really well. Next time I might add grilled chicken to make it more of a full meal.
This is the perfect Strawberry Spinach Salad! I served it for Easter and had to use a Baby Spinach/Spring Mix blend which was excellent so a good substitute if you don’t love spinach. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the flavors all marry well. Toasting the pecans was worth the effort.
The flavors and textures blended beautifully! A hot with children and adults. Appreciated the time estimates which were spot on. The tips were really helpful, too! one of my favorite Erin Clark recipes. Thank you!
I have a question , I dont care for feta (or bluchz)so what is the next best chz option ?
Hi Tammy, blue cheese and goat cheese are among the popular substitutes from readers! I think either would work well! Enjoy!
We absolutely loved it!
And making it again right now
Yay! Thank you Suzanne!
Absolutely delicious salad!! I’m impressed. Easy to follow recipe.
Thank you Well Plated. Your recipes are always good.
Glad you enjoyed the salad, Shannon! Thank you so much!
Can I use another lettuce instead of spinach? Say maybe romaine and green leaf? I want to take to a party, but one of the guests can’t each spinach.
Hi Diane! Sure that should work! Enjoy!
Love this salad and so does everyone I have served it too! It is the number 1 request when it ask “what can I bring”. My big question is…it the measurement of the poppy seed correct? The first time I made it following the recipe, I came up with a mouth full of poppy seeds! Since then I do what I think is correct!!
So glad to hear, Sue! Yes it’s correct, but you can decrease it based on your preference. Thank you!
This is one of the best salad recipes I have come across. The added flavor of the toasted pecans balances it out so well. I didn’t have balsamic vinegar or poppy seeds, so I substituted with red wine vinegar and everything bagel seasoning. So delicious! I will definitely be making this again!
So glad to hear, Raquel! Thank you!
I was so skeptical about the amount of poppy seeds but apparently they’re really good for you. The dressing is absolutely delicious and pairs perfectly with the strawberries. Our honey made it too thick, but a 25 second zap in the microwave makes the dressing the perfect consistency for drizzling. This is a great salad!
So glad you enjoyed the salad, MM! Thank you!
I have followed this recipe more times than I can count. It’s a family favorite. It has also appeared on many a holiday table. Just wanted to say thank you, because it is a home run.
This makes me so happy to hear! Thank you Hedy!
This is my favorite salad, especially when I have company. It’s so good and easy to make.
So glad to hear, Faye! Thank you!
We absolutely loved it!
Great to hear, Magnus!
I sat the salads down in front of my mom and husband and the first thing I heard as I walked back to the kitchen were their gasps of pleasure. Every single time I try a new salad recipe, they tell me,”This is the best salad I’ve ever had.” Erin, kudos to you for working through these recipes for ingredients and dressings and making them so easy and so delicious, that is no small task, and we appreciate the fruit of your labor!
Makes me so happy to hear, Susan! Thank you!
My partner and I both enjoyed this. It’s not something we usually make, but it’s a nice change. The ingredients are simple, but together they taste really good.
So glad to hear, Tatianna! Thank you!
I made this with my kids helping out, and it was actually a fun recipe to do together. They liked adding the strawberries and mixing everything. Surprisingly, they even ate it without complaining.
Great to hear, Ashley! Thank you!
Outstanding salad recipe for spring/early summer when strawberries are at their best! I made this to bring for Easter dinner and everyone loved it. This is a keeper (and the balsamic dressing would be great with so many other salad blends as well!)
So glad to hear, Denise! Thank you!
I made this for lunch and didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. I liked the balance of sweet and tangy from the dressing. It ties everything together really well. Next time I might add grilled chicken to make it more of a full meal.
So glad you did, Sabrina! Thank you!
This is the perfect Strawberry Spinach Salad! I served it for Easter and had to use a Baby Spinach/Spring Mix blend which was excellent so a good substitute if you don’t love spinach. The dressing is perfectly balanced and the flavors all marry well. Toasting the pecans was worth the effort.
So glad to hear! Thank you!
I am planning to make it for our family gathering for the very first time , I had to find a recipe for it my son suggested it, and sounds good
Enjoy it!
The flavors and textures blended beautifully! A hot with children and adults. Appreciated the time estimates which were spot on. The tips were really helpful, too! one of my favorite Erin Clark recipes. Thank you!
So glad to hear, Michelle! Thank you!
I’m serving this to vegans – will it be boring without the cheese? Anything I should add?
Hi Bonnie, vegan feta would work or you could just leave it out! Enjoy!
How many servings of salad are there in a 32 oz mason jar?
Hi Mary, it’s one serving.