STRAWBERRY SPINACH PASTA SALAD WITH ORANGE POPPY SEED DRESSING

By duckieq

Ingredients

• 8 ounces penne noodles, cooked according to package directions
• 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries, or dried blueberries
• 1/2 cup salted cashews, or other nut like pecans or walnuts
• orange poppy seed dressing
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
• optional: pinch of salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, cover, and shake well. Set aside.
Combine penne, spinach, strawberries, pineapple, cranberries, and cashews in a large bowl and toss with the prepared dressing.
Serve immediately or cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.