📖 Instructions

1. Wash and dry the spinach, arugula, and strawberries: Ensure all greens are thoroughly cleaned and dried. Wet greens will dilute the dressing and make the salad soggy. Use a salad spinner for the best results. It's very important or the whole salad will lose its luster.
2. Hull and slice the strawberries: Remove the green tops (hulls) from the strawberries and slice them into bite-sized pieces. I like to cut some in half and leave others whole for visual appeal. Keep some on the side to garnish as well if you are feeling fancy.
3. Prepare the poppy seed dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, honey, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking by adding more honey or vinegar. Make sure you taste it frequently to get it just right.
4. Combine the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss together the spinach, arugula, and sliced strawberries. If you're adding other toppings like candied pecans or crumbled feta cheese, add them now.
5. Dress the salad: Pour the poppy seed dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly. Be careful not to over-dress the salad, as it can become soggy. It's better to start with less dressing and add more as needed. You can even serve dressing on the side so that everyone has just the right amount.
6. Serve immediately: For the best flavor and texture, serve the salad immediately after dressing. If you're preparing it ahead of time, keep the dressing separate and add it just before serving. And that's it! Enjoy your beautiful and tasty salad