Capsaicin Free Cilantro-Lime Spinach & Strawberry Salad
This vibrant salad is a celebration of fresh, bright flavors — tender baby spinach, juicy sliced strawberries, and fragrant cilantro all tossed in a zesty lime-and-honey dressing that comes together in minutes. The combination of sweet fruit, creamy avocado, and crunchy pepitas makes every bite genuinely interesting, and the whole thing looks stunning on the table without much effort at all. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, salads with bold, punchy flavor can feel like a minefield of hidden chili flakes or spiced dressings — but here, the heat-free cumin and fresh lime do all the heavy lifting. Every single ingredient is naturally free from peppers or capsaicin-containing spices, so you get maximum flavor without any of the burn. The dressing is whisked together from pantry staples and fresh citrus, meaning there's no store-bought bottle to scrutinize for sneaky hot sauce or chili extract. Serve it immediately after tossing so the spinach stays perky and the pepitas keep their satisfying crunch.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ¼ cup dry-roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and sliced (optional)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.
- 2
Add the baby spinach, sliced strawberries, red onion, and cilantro leaves to a large salad bowl.
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