Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 5

My family really enjoys this refreshing salad. If strawberries aren’t available, you can substitute mandarin oranges and dried cranberries. —Irene Keller, Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
  • Yield: 10 Servings
20 10 30

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 bunch romaine, torn
  • 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 cups halved fresh strawberries
  • CREAMY POPPY SEED DRESSING:
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Directions

  • In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook and stir the sugar until melted and caramel in color, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool; break into small pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the romaine, onion and strawberries. Combine the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with coated almonds. Yield: 10 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 112 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 2 mg cholesterol, 35 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.

Originally published as Strawberry Romaine Salad in Country Extra March 2009, p49

Tip

Keeping Lettuce Fresh

To store lettuce to keep it crisp and fresh, wash lettuce in cold water and drain very well. Use a “salad spinner” or pat it dry with paper towels. Store in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container with a dry paper towel in the bottom to absorb any leftover moisture. (Be certain to replace the towel if it gets wet.) For extra-crispy salads, you may want to use a lettuce variety like romaine that’s naturally more crisp.

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Reviewed on May. 18, 2013 by shetryed2

Outstanding! Added some roasted chicken breast and mandarin oranges. Couldn't ask for an easier and more delicious summer dinner :)

Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2013 by Val634

This dressing was awesome. Just tart enough. To make it a little healthier I used fat free mayo & sour cream. Couldn't tell any difference. This is a keeper.

Reviewed on Apr. 05, 2013 by JMork

I was expecting a good salad. I was not expecting one of the best salads I've ever had, but it is. I'll be making it for every cook out and get together this summer. Yum.

Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2013 by watermelonmuffin

I made this for a valentine's day party that served 50+ people. Everyone said it was beautiful & delicious and one person said it was the highlight of the whole dinner!

Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2013 by Blooming flower

Love it!!!

Reviewed on Jan. 07, 2013 by kayakbabe1

Very Good!

Reviewed on Jan. 07, 2013 by kayakbabe1

Delicious dressing...a keeper!

Reviewed on May. 01, 2012 by N.L.

Easy to do, good with or without onions. Did not loved the dressing but it wasn't bad either, its just that I don't like mayo. Would like to try it with another dressing the next time.

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2012 by aspiringyoungcritique

I made this for a church potluck and it was delicious! I only got a small taste of the dressing when I was checking the taste but we were in such a rush to get all the food out I didn't get to try it all together before or after since by the time I got through the line the bowl was literally scrapped clean! Fabulous recipe!!

Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2012 by abetz

I did not add the onions because my family does not like them; however, I must say this was hit even without them! My son ,who will not eat any vegetables unless they are deep-fried, really loved this salad!

 
 

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