Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing

A Patriotic Celebration

Welcome back to part two of our patriotic Independence Day celebration. If you are joining me from Stacy at Bricks ‘n Blooms, thank you for stopping by. Doesn’t her recipe for sausage and peppers look delicious?

We have another full menu prepared for you this month, so be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of the page to see all of the recipes made by my other friends for our supper club party.

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And in case you missed part one of this monthly blog series, don’t forget to see all of our ideas for how to add red, white, and blue to your 4th of July get-together, including my patriotic 4th of July Tablescape.

Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing

If you’re looking for a healthy side dish or a light meal, summer berry spinach salad with poppy seed dressing checks all of the boxes.

This spinach salad is loaded with fresh, seasonal fruit. The sweet flavor of the berries is perfectly complemented by the rich and salty taste of feta cheese and the crunch of chopped walnuts. Then top it off with a drizzle of some creamy poppy seed dressing, and you have summer salad heaven!

The brightly colored berries in the salad would add a fun and festive touch to your menu this 4th of July, too!

Ingredients for Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing

• 1 package (5 oz.) fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 carton (3 oz.) fresh raspberries
• 1/4 carton (4 oz.) fresh strawberries
• 3/4 cup feta cheese
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• poppy seed dressing

What Else Can You Add To Your Summer Berry Spinach Salad?

Toss in some protein. Chopped chicken, bits of bacon or even grilled shrimp make a great add-in.

Pile on the toppings. Do you love a loaded salad? Try adding other fruits and vegetables like chunks of apple, dried craisins, red onion, or avocado.

Go nuts. I love the crunch and extra flavor that nuts add to a dish. Plus, nuts are high in energy, and most are a good source of healthy unsaturated fats. If you’re a nut lover like me, try other varieties in your salad like sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans, or pine nuts.

Instructions for Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing

First, rinse all of your produce in a strainer and gently pat dry. Then, remove the stems from the strawberries and slice them into halves.

Add the spinach, blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries, feta cheese, and chopped walnuts to a large salad bowl.

Gently drizzle the salad with poppy seed dressing as desired. I used store-bought dressing, but if you prefer, you can easily make your own at home.

Then toss the salad to combine it and serve immediately.

And there you have it! A quick and delicious salad in less than 10 minutes.

Can You Make The Salad Ahead of Time?

You can prep the fruit in advance, but do not mix the salad all together until just before serving.

The dressing can make the spinach a bit soggy if it sits for too long, so it is best when prepared and enjoyed fresh. You can store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight storage container for up to two days.

What To Serve With Your Summer Berry Salad

Need some more quick meal planning ideas? This summer berry salad also pairs perfectly with many of my favorite grilling recipes and finish your meal with a delicious double berry blended daiquiri.

More Red, White, and Blue Summer BBQ Recipes

I hope you enjoy this summer berry spinach salad with poppy seed dressing! If you try the recipe, don’t forget to rate it below and let other readers know what you think. Better yet, share your recipe creations with me on Instagram. I’d love to see what you make! Just tag me in your photos using the handle @midwestlifeandstyle.

Next, be sure to visit my friend Michele at Vintage Home Designs. Michele has prepared a beautiful patriotic-inspired dessert to share with you. It almost looks too pretty to eat.

It is sure to be a hit with all of the guests at your 4th of July celebration!

After you visit Michele, don’t forget to stop by and see what my other supper club friends prepared too! Just click on the recipes linked below.

From drinks to appetizers. Main dishes and sides. We’ve got you covered with a menu full of mouthwatering recipes that are perfect for the 4th.

Thanks so much for stopping by the blog today and Happy Independence Day!

Let’s take a look at the rest of the menu

Click on the links below to see all of the recipes from our patriotic BBQ and don’t forget to hit that pin button to save them for later!

Patriotic BBQ Dinner Party

Watermelon Blueberry Mojitos – Simply 2 Moms

Easy Onion Dip – The Ponds Farmhouse

The Best Sausage and Peppers – Bricks ‘n Blooms

Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing – Midwest Life and Style

American Flag Dessert Pizza – Vintage Home Designs

P.S. If you liked this festive summer salad, you might also like some of my other favorite patriotic-inspired recipes.

More RED, WHITE, AND BLUE RECIPES:

Click on the links below to get the recipes for more 4th of July-inspired dishes.

4th of July Mini Brownie Bites

Summer Berry Trifle

Old Fashioned Strawberry Peach Crisp

Recipe for Summer Berry Spinach Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing

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