Alpha Gal Friendly Turmeric-Ginger Spinach & Strawberry Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with color, this spinach and strawberry salad is the kind of bowl that looks impressive but comes together in just a few minutes. The golden turmeric-ginger dressing is the real star — whisked together with olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of raw honey, it delivers a warm, slightly spicy brightness that makes every bite feel intentional. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, salads can be a minefield when store-bought dressings sneak in hidden mammalian-derived additives like certain emulsifiers or dairy-based ingredients — making this completely from-scratch approach a genuine relief. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so there's no second-guessing the label on a bottle. The chopped almonds and pumpkin seeds add satisfying crunch and a little staying power, while the sliced strawberries bring a juicy sweetness that plays beautifully against the earthy spice of the dressing. Toss it together right before serving and it's ready to go — no resting time, no fuss, just a vibrant, feel-good salad that works as a light lunch or a stunning side.
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4 servings
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp salt
For the salad
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup dry-roasted almonds, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp red onion, very thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, turmeric, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the baby spinach to a large salad bowl. Drizzle about two-thirds of the dressing over the spinach and toss until the leaves are lightly and evenly coated.
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