10 Minute Poppy Seed Dressing

This 10 Minute Poppy Seed Dressing has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Made with apple cider vinegar, dried minced onion, and mayonnaise, this simple dressing is slightly creamy and savory, making it perfect for dressing your next salad or dipping your fresh fruit into.

What makes poppy seed dressing good?

Poppy seed dressing looks and tastes like a blend of vinaigrette dressing and a creamy mayonnaise dressing with a few poppy seeds added in.

For this reason, poppy seed dressing is both very customizable and very versatile.

Have you tried my Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing and Dip

Made with buttermilk and seasonings that classic recipe is creamy and tangy, making it perfect for about anything.
Both this recipe for poppy seed dressing and that recipe for buttermilk ranch dressing are tasty dressings that you can easily make at home.

Store your homemade dressing in an airtight container for dressing. You can find a selection of dressing containers here.

Why you will love this homemade dressing recipe

This homemade dressing can be made in less than 10 minutes using simple ingredients. The ingredients used in making this dressing are basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.

Here is what else you will like about this recipe.

• Poppy seed dressing pairs as well with salad as it does with fruit, making it a perfect go-to on either or a salad that also has fruit.
• You can easily adjust the consistency of this dressing to your needs.
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as swapping out your mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt or adding your favorite seasonings.
• This dressing is perfect for serving to a crowd at your next outdoor gathering or celebration dinner.

Ingredients you will need to make poppy seed dressing.

• Vegetable Oil. Olive oil or a neutral oil can be substituted.
• Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can also work in this recipe.
• Mayonnaise This is what makes this dressing slightly creamy.
• Dijon Mustard You can use the Dijon of your choice (I like the 'country' dijon for flavor).
• Sugar. Balances out the tart and tangy flavors.
• Poppy Seeds Gives this dressing a slightly nutty flavor as well as making it visually unique and interesting.
• Seasonings. Dried Minced Onion, Salt, and Pepper

Expert Tip👉 For a 'healthier' version of this recipe, you can use Plain Greek Yogurt and Honey instead of the mayonnaise and sugar.

How to make 10 Minute Poppy Seed Dressing

Prep Time 10 minutes .
Servings: 10 servings, depending on how it is served.
How to Serve: Serve this dressing over lettuce, spinach, vegetables, or use as a dip for fruit and vegetables.
Notes: You will need a mixing bowl and a whisk to make this recipe. .

1. Prepare. Gather your ingredients as indicated. Also, prepare a jar or container to store your dressing in.
2. Combine. In a medium sized bowl, use a whisk to combine together the ingredients.
3. Adjust. Taste your dressing and then make adjustments as needed for flavor and texture.
4. Transfer. Use a funnel to help transfer the dressing to your prepared jar or container.
5. Chill. Refrigerate your dressing for at least five minutes for the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve. Shake, stir, or whisk your dressing before serving to blend the ingredients and distribute the poppy seeds.

How to store poppy seed dressing.

Poppy seed dressing should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. When properly stored, it should keep for up to a couple of weeks. This recipe is not suitable for freezing.

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