RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Strawberry Spinach Salad

It’s strawberry season! If you are looking for a unique way to enjoy the delicious berries, try this salad. It is easy to make and is a perfect way to enjoy a warm summer night.
Serves 8.

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Ingredients:
1/3 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/4 cup unsweetened orange juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 lb. fresh spinach, trimmed and torn
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl: stir well, and set aside.  Gently toss spinach and strawberries in a large bowl; arrange on 8 individual salad plates.  Drizzle 1 tablespoon poppy seed mixture over each salad. 

Nutritional information (per serving) 60 calories, 3.6g total fat (0.5g sat fat), 6.3g carbohydrate, 1.6g protein, 1.4g fiber