Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our Strawberry Spinach Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of fresh ingredients that is perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make dish combines tender bow tie pasta, crisp baby spinach, and juicy strawberries, all drizzled with a light poppy seed dressing that enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits. Each bite offers a refreshing mix of textures and tastes that make it not only a feast for the palate but also visually stunning. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a light main course, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. bow tie pasta (cooked)
- 3 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1 lb. strawberries (sliced)
- 3/4 cup raspberry vinegar (or cider)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
- 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together vinegar, honey, olive oil, cornstarch, salt, onion powder, mustard powder, and poppy seeds. Heat until thickened.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, spinach, and strawberries. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until mixed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg