Tender bow-tie pasta with fresh spinach, sweet strawberries, and tangy poppy seed dressing. A vibrant spring dish perfect for warm weather gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 8 oz bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
→ Salad Components
02 - 3.5 oz baby spinach, washed and dried
03 - 7 oz fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
04 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
05 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
06 - 2 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced (optional)
→ Poppy Seed Dressing
07 - 3 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 tbsp honey
10 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
11 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bow-tie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly in a colander, rinse under cold running water to stop cooking, and transfer to a large bowl to cool completely.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
03 - Add cooled pasta, baby spinach, sliced strawberries, and toasted almonds to a large salad bowl. Pour dressing over ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Top salad with crumbled feta cheese and fresh basil slices if desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
