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Strawberry Spinach Pasta Salad W/Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

Posted: 02 Oct 2018, 04:24
by Chowhound
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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 Poppyseed 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

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.