Strawberry Spinach Salad

Recommended by Patti Cook, RN, BSN

Courtesy of Dining with Diabetes, WVU Extension Service Families and Health Programs

Enjoy this vegetarian dish that can be served as a side or an entrée.

Ingredients

• 4 cups torn fresh spinach
• 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
• 1 tbsp finely chopped onion
• 1 1/2 tbsp sunflower seeds, toasted (optional)
• 1/2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted (optional)
• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp mustard
• 1/2 tsp dried dill
• 1/8 tsp salt
• Pinch of garlic powder

Instructions

1. In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, onion, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds.
2. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Dressing can also be whisked together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately.

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