Tree Nut Free Cilantro-Lime Spinach & Strawberry Salad
This vibrant salad is a serious crowd-pleaser — sweet strawberries, tender baby spinach, and fresh cilantro come together in a way that feels both refreshing and surprisingly satisfying. The honey-lime dressing with a whisper of cumin ties everything together with a bright, citrusy kick that makes every bite pop. Dry-roasted pepitas add a satisfying crunch, and if you fold in sliced avocado, the whole thing becomes even more lush and creamy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. Salads like this are often where hidden nut-based toppings or dressings sneak in, but this one keeps things clean with simple, whole-food ingredients from start to finish. It comes together in minutes and is best served right away while the greens are fresh and the pepitas still have their 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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