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    Honey Poppyseed Dressing

    Published: May 17, 2023 · Modified: Sep 30, 2023 by Cara Lanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This homemade honey poppyseed dressing recipe is sweet and tangy with a lovely nutty crunch -- and super easy to stir together with 6 simple ingredients. Delicious on strawberry spinach salad and broccoli cauliflower salad. 

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    Homemade dressings are so delicious and easy to make, and a great way to elevate your favorite salad. We're really loving Maple Balsamic Dressing and Honey Lime Dressing at the moment!

    But our new favorite is this creamy honey poppy seed dressing. 

    It's a little sweet, a little tangy, and kinda-sorta healthy. 

    The base is nonfat Greek yogurt and a little mayo for smoothness, honey for sweet flavor, apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard for zip, and crunchy poppy seeds for nuttiness and texture. 

    This creamy dressing is the perfect accompaniment for green salads, broccoli cauliflower salad, kale salad, strawberry salad -- really any sweet or savory fruit or vegetable salads. 

    Why You're Going to Love This Recipe

    Delicious recipe that tastes wayyyyy better than grocery store dressings

    A healthier option because you control the ingredients

    Easy to customize to your personal preference -- make it as sweet or tangy as you like!

    Ingredients

    This delicious dressing comes together with just a handful of ingredients. 

    honey poppyseed dressing ingredients

    Nonfat Greek yogurt. I use Chobani. Full fat Greek yogurt will also work. 

    Mayonnaise. A little mayonnaise is a perfect emulsifier and adds unctuous creaminess to the Greek yogurt. 

    Honey. You can also use maple syrup or white sugar. Honey is sweeter than sugar, so if you use sugar, you may need to add a bit more to get the same level of sweetness. 

    Apple cider vinegar. All out of ACV? Try white wine vinegar, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, or one of these apple cider vinegar substitutes. 

    Dijon mustard. Dijon helps emulsify the dressing and adds richness to the dressing. You can also use dry mustard or one of these Dijon substitutes. 

    Poppyseeds. Poppyseeds add a subtle nutty flavor, delicate crunch, and pretty color to the dressing. 

    Variations

    Customize this creamy poppy seed dressing recipe to make it your own! Try adding: 

    • Finely diced shallots or red onion or chopped green onions 
    • Minced garlic or a little garlic powder
    • Fresh herbs like thyme or basil

    How to Make Homemade Honey Poppyseed Dressing

    Stir all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until completely combined. Or whiz it up in a small food processor or blender. 

    honey poppyseed dressing in a clear mixing bowl with a whisk

    Use as a dressing for your favorite salads or a dip for veggies. 

    This recipe yields 1 ¼ cups dressing. 

    Store poppyseed dressing in a covered mason jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.  

    spoon dripping honey poppyseed dressing into a mason jar

    Success Tips

    Whisk the dressing in a bowl or use a blender or food processor to blend it all together

    Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking

    After storing poppyseed dressing in the refrigerator, give it a good shake or stir before using it

    FAQs

    How long does homemade honey poppyseed dressing last? 

    This homemade dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Be sure to give it a good shake or stir before using it again.

    How can I adjust the thickness of my poppyseed dressing? 

    If your poppyseed dressing is too thick, you can add a little bit of water or milk to thin it out. If it's too thin, you can add more yogurt or mayonnaise thicken it.

    What types of salads pair well with poppyseed dressing? 

    Honey poppyseed dressing pairs well with a variety of salads, including fresh fruit salads, green salads, and vegetable salads.

    Some popular salad ingredients that go well with poppyseed dressing include strawberries, mandarin oranges, romaine lettuce, spinach, and mixed salad greens.

    Can I use a different type of vinegar in my honey poppyseed dressing? 

    Yes, you can use a different type of vinegar in this tangy honey poppy seed dressing recipe.

    Red wine vinegar, white vinegar, or one of these apple cider vinegar substitutes can be used dressing. Keep in mind that the flavor of the dressing may be slightly different with the use of a different vinegar.

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    Poppyseed Dressing

    Cara Lanz
     This homemade honey poppy seed dressing recipe is sweet and tangy with a lovely nutty crunch -- and super easy to stir together with 6 simple ingredients. Delicious on strawberry spinach salad and broccoli cauliflower salad. 
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 76 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1 ½ teaspoons poppyseeds
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    Instructions
     

    • Stir all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until completely combined.
    • Store poppyseed dressing in a covered jar in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

    Notes

    Recipe yields about 1 ¼ cups dressing. 
    Whisk the dressing in a bowl or use a blender or food processor to blend it all together.
    Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking.
    After storing poppyseed dressing in the refrigerator, give it a good shake or stir before using it.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 76kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 33mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.1mg
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