Fitness / March 24, 2023

Homemade Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

Add that zing to your salads and veggies with this homemade Poppy Seed Salad Dressing. Its tanginess and slight crunch from the seeds make it so delectable.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe

It is so satisfying to throw some ingredients in a jar, give it a shake, and have something delicious ready to eat.
Making a dressing yourself means having control over what goes into it and what doesn’t, which means you only need to include healthy ingredients and not all those preservatives and additives found in a store-bought dressing.
This dressing is so easy to make, you will always have some on hand for your salads and vegetables. And because I enjoy it so much, the dressing encourages me to stick to my diet and eat the healthy stuff.

INGREDIENTS

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 tsp dry mustard powder
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp poppy seeds
salt and pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

iNSTRUCTIONS

Assemble:

Put the vinegar, honey, dry mustard powder, lemon juice, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper into a jar.

Mix:

Put the lid on and give it a good shake to start dissolving the honey. Take the top off and add the oil. Shake again.

Is This keto?

Because we have used honey in this recipe it makes the dressing a little high in sugar and carbs, so although it is healthy, it is not strictly keto. You could use a keto honey substitute, like erythritol, stevia, or a monk fruit sweetener.

Variations

Like a creamier dressing? Try adding 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt. I recommend the all-natural stuff with no added fruits or sugar, as this will make for a healthier dressing. If you like it really creamy, choose a yogurt with a higher M.F. (milk fat) percentage (at least 4%)
Take out the poppy seeds if you aren’t a fan of having to pick them out from between your teeth. Go with an herb like mint, basil or parsley instead.
If you don’t have honey or simply don’t like it, use maple syrup or agave instead.
The apple cider vinegar can also be replaced with white wine vinegar. This should lower the tanginess.

FAQs

Can I use a blender or a whisk instead of shaking it?

Yes, absolutely!

Can I use only lemon juice and no vinegar?

Yes, no problem. You can also use a white wine vinegar instead of the apple cider vinegar.

do i need to toast the poppy seeds first?

While you don’t NEED to toast them, doing so will enhance their flavor. I suggest doing so on LOW on a skillet. Just don’t burn them, as they will taste bitter. Let them cool before adding to the dressing.

How To Store Poppy Seed Dressing

Put the dressing in an airtight container or a resealable jar to prevent cross-contamination. This will also prevent the dressing from absorbing odors from other foods in your fridge. The dressing should keep for up to 2 weeks. You can freeze the dressing but know that the texture will change. You’ll want to leave a bit of space in the container to allow for expansion. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before serving again.