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Poppyseed Salad Dressing Recipe

This favorite creamy Poppyseed Dressing Recipe is thick, sweet, and brightened with lemon zest and crunchy poppyseeds; perfect for any salad!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Keyword: poppy seed dressing, poppyseed dressing
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Chelsea Lords
Cost: $1.43

Equipment

Ingredients

Regular (Ultra Thick, Creamy, and Rich) Poppyseed Dressing

  • 1/3 cup mayo Best Foods/Hellman’s recommended
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk see note 1
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds

Poppyseed Dressing Recipe Healthy (Lighter Version)

  • 1/4 cup 1% milk
  • 1/3 cup light mayo
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
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Instructions

  • Add all ingredients except the poppyseeds to a small blender or food processor. Add 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest and blend until smooth.
  • Taste and adjust to preference. For a sweeter dressing, add 1–2 more tablespoons sugar.
  • Stir in the poppy seeds.
  • Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Note 1: I like to use both whole milk and heavy cream. If you’d rather buy just one, half-and-half works great in place of both.
Storage: Dressing keeps well for up to 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Info: Based on 2 tablespoons (regular version). The recipe makes about 1 cup total. The lite version has 42 calories per serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg