Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
This good-for-you Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing skips the heavy cream and refined sugar but keeps all the creamy, zesty flavor you love!
Servings: 1 cup of dressing (2 tbsp is a serving size)
Cost: $3.12
Equipment
- Small blender high-powered
Ingredients
Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey add to preference
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Optional: Salad
- 8 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 cups clementine oranges peeled and segmented
- 1 cup candied pecans coarsely chopped
- 1 large avocado or 2 small; peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese
- Dried tart cherries or dried cranberries, optional
Instructions
- In a small blender, combine all ingredients except poppy seeds. Season to taste (I recommend 1/2 tsp salt). Blend until smooth. Then, using a spoon, stir in the poppy seeds (do not blend). Taste and adjust if needed.Transfer to a mason jar and refrigerate until ready to use. Shake well before using.
- In a large bowl or on two salad platters, arrange the greens and toppings evenly. Drizzle with dressing gradually, adjusting to your taste. Gently toss and serve immediately. If you plan to store any leftovers, don’t add dressing, cheese, or avocado as dressed salad doesn’t store well.
Notes
Storage: Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Shake or stir before using.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14.9g | Cholesterol: 1.2mg | Sodium: 3.8mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 4.9g