Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing
Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing is sweet, tangy, and creamy—an easy 5-minute dressing perfect for salads, fruit, and fresh summer meals.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 129kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil light olive oil works well
- 1/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 Tablespoon White Granulated Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Poppy Seeds
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Minced Onion
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Transfer to a glass jar with a lid, or a similar container.
- Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
How to Store
Store in an airtight container, such as a mason jar, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use to redistribute the poppy seeds.
Recipe Tips
- Do not freeze this dressing—it does not thaw well.
- Avoid substituting regular mustard for Dijon, as it changes both the flavor and color.
- For a lighter version, simply omit the mayonnaise.
- Once prepared, feel free to adjust ingredient amounts to match your taste preferences.
- Always shake before serving to keep the poppy seeds evenly distributed.
Nutrition
Serving: 2TBSP | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.2mg
