Nitrate & Nitrite Free Turmeric-Ginger Spinach & Strawberry Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with texture, this vibrant bowl brings together baby spinach, juicy sliced strawberries, crunchy almonds, and pumpkin seeds in a way that feels both nourishing and genuinely exciting to eat. The real star is the golden dressing — a quick whisk of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, raw honey, turmeric, and grated ginger that coats every leaf with warm, slightly spicy depth. Packaged salad kits and bottled dressings can be surprisingly tricky territory, since preservatives and curing agents sometimes sneak into flavoring blends and pre-made components, but every single ingredient here is whole and easy to verify. Turmeric and black pepper are a classic pairing for a reason — the pepper helps the turmeric shine, and together they give the dressing a subtle kick that balances beautifully against the sweetness of the strawberries. Tossing the spinach in two stages keeps the greens from getting soggy and ensures the toppings stay distinct and colorful right up until serving. It comes together in just a few minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a whisk, making it an effortless choice for a weeknight side or a light lunch that actually satisfies.
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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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