Sunday, August 1, 2010

Strawberry & Spinach Salad by Samantha Thiessen

Preparation: 15 mins
Serves: 4 - 6

8 cups baby spinach or regular spinach
1 cup strawberries, hulled and cut in half
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Dressing:
1/4 cup plain, low-fat yoghurt
1 tsp low-fat mayonnaise
2 tbsps orange juice
2 tbsps sugar

Method:
1. In a small bowl, whisk yoghurt and mayonnaise with orange juice and sugar. Set aside

2. Tear spinach leaves into bite-size pieces and remove stems. Toss into a mixing bowl. Add halved strawberries and sliced onions. Pour dressing over and gently toss. Sprinkle with almonds and serve

Note: This quick salad is packed with antioxidant goodness from spinach and strawberries

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