Walnut Free Cilantro-Lime Spinach & Strawberry Salad
This vibrant salad is a serious crowd-pleaser — sweet strawberries, tender baby spinach, and bright cilantro come together in a way that feels both fresh and a little unexpected. The honey-lime dressing with a whisper of cumin ties everything together with a citrusy, lightly smoky kick that keeps you going back for another forkful. Dry-roasted pepitas add the perfect satisfying crunch, and if you're feeling it, creamy avocado slices take the whole bowl to another level. Many salads lean on nuts for texture, but pepitas do the job beautifully here — no walnuts or tree nut concerns anywhere in the ingredient list. The dressing is made entirely from scratch with olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and spices, so you're in full control of what goes in. It comes together in just a few minutes with minimal prep, making it an easy go-to for weeknight dinners or a standout addition to any gathering. Fresh, colorful, and completely fuss-free — this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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