Ingredients

• Baby Spinach: 6 cups
• Fresh Strawberries: 1 pint, hulled and sliced
• Red Onion: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
• Candied Pecans: 1/2 cup
• Feta Cheese: 1/4 cup, crumbled (optional)

↳ Dressing

• Olive Oil: 1/3 cup
• Balsamic Vinegar: 3 tbsp
• Poppy Seeds: 1 tbsp
• Maple Syrup: 1 tbsp (or sugar to taste)
• Dijon Mustard: 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Black Pepper: to taste

Preparation Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, and candied pecans.
2. If using, add crumbled feta cheese.
3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, poppy seeds, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard.
4. Season dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Serve immediately.