This strawberry spinach salad recipe is a crowd-pleaser and makes a great side dish or delicious lunch. A simple poppy seed dressing pairs perfectly with fresh baby spinach, juicy strawberries, roasted pecans, and feta cheese. Make this easy spinach and strawberry salad in less than 15 minutes.
Make the Poppy Seed Dressing: Combine all the ingredients for the dressing and stir well until incorporated. Alternatively, add all the dressing ingredients into a mason jar and shake well. Set aside.
Assemble the salad: In a large salad bowl, add spinach, strawberries, and red onion. Pour half of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well. Taste and add more dressing if needed.
Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and pecans.
Serve immediately, with more dressing if desired, and enjoy.