Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Avocado Make Your Own Dressing

Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Avocado – Panera-Inspired (Vegan)
This Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Avocado is a fresh, vegan twist on a Panera classic. I swapped the chicken for creamy avocado – no extra charge – and it’s still packed with flavor. Perfect for a light, refreshing meal.
Ingredients:

• Romaine
• Iceberg Lettuce
• Strawberries, sliced
• Mandarin orange segments
• Pineapple chunks
• Blueberries
• Added: Avocado slices (instead of chicken)
• Toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
• Poppyseed dressing (check for vegan if using store-bought)

Poppyseed Dressing:

• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup avocado oil or light olive oil
• 1–2 fresh orange segments (or 1/4 fresh orange, peeled)
• Pinch of sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon stevia or monk fruit sweetener (optional)

Blend all dressing ingredients in a Vitamix or high-speed blender until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Instructions:

• Layer romaine and iceberg lettuce (or mixed greens) in a large bowl.
• Top with strawberries, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, and fresh blueberries.
• Add avocado slices.
• Drizzle with the prepared poppyseed dressing.
• Serve immediately for a fresh, satisfying meal.

Panera version: Chicken raised without antibiotics, romaine, mandarin oranges, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple. Dressing was fat-free poppyseed dressing. Topping was toasted pecan pieces.

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Last Updated on August 31, 2025 by Jodi