Strawberry Spinach Pasta Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

By boscobojo

Ingredients

• Orange Poppy Seed dressing:
• 16 oz. penne pasta, 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 nuts like pecans or walnuts
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 Tbl. dijon mustard
• 3 Tbl. honey
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 2 tsp. poppy seeds

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, covered, and shake well. Set aside.

2. Combine pasta, spinach, strawberries, pineapple, cranberries, and cashews in a large bowl and toss with the prepared dressing.

3. Serve immediately or cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.