MSG Free Cilantro-Lime Spinach & Strawberry Salad
This bright, fresh salad is the kind of dish that makes you feel good just looking at it — jewel-red strawberries, silky avocado, and a shower of cilantro piled over a bed of baby spinach. The homemade lime dressing is where the magic really happens: a quick whisk of olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and cumin creates something tangy, lightly sweet, and completely from scratch. That matters more than you might think, because bottled dressings and seasoning packets are some of the sneakiest sources of hidden additives — making a simple homemade version the smartest move. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, so you know exactly what's going into the bowl. The dry-roasted pepitas add a satisfying crunch, and if you fold in the optional avocado, you get a creamy richness that ties everything together beautifully. It comes together in just a few minutes and is best served right away while the greens are still crisp and the colors are at their most vibrant.
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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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