Spinach & Strawberry Salad with Light Poppy Seed Dressing

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Ingredients

  • For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
  • Zest and juice of one lemon
  • 1 tablespoon sugar, honey, or agave
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1/4 cup olive, canola, or flaxseed oil
  • For the Salad
  • 1 bag of spinach
  • 1 pint of fresh strawberries, washed and sliced lengthwise
  • 1 large avocado, peeled and cubed
  • 1/8 of a small red onion, thin sliced
  • 2-4 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds

Directions

  1. Place all dressing ingredients in a bowl or jar. Whisk or shake until everything is well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Place spinach, strawberries, and avocado into a salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and red onion, and serve immediately.

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