Strawberry Spinach Pasta Salad with Orange Poppyseed Dressing EntréeRoséVegetarian “This is one of my favorite pairings! The salad is sweet, tangy, and savory all in one bite. A perfect salad to serve with our 2017 Dry Rosè of Sangiovese. The flavors really compliment each other. Try adding leftover shredded chicken for more of a main course. Enjoy!” – Jane Houser, AVV Tasting Room Associate – Serves 4 – Ingredients for Salad: 8 oz. penne pasta, cooked 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 cup strawberries, sliced 1 cup pineapple chunks ½ cup dried cranberries or blueberries ½ cup whole salted cashews Ingredients for Dressing: ½ cup extra virgin olive oil ¹⁄³ cup apple cider vinegar ¼ cup plain greek yogurt 1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard 3 Tbsp. honey ¹⁄³ cup orange juice 1 tsp. poppy seeds salt and pepper to taste Method of Preparation: Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar, shake well and set aside. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing and serve immediately. Serve with our Dry Rose’ of Sangiovese.
