Banana Poppy Seed Dressing
Transform your salads and fruit bowls with the irresistible sweetness and tang of Banana Poppy Seed Dressing! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy Greek yogurt, a ripe banana, honey, and apple cider vinegar for a luscious base, while olive oil adds silkiness and poppy seeds provide a delicate crunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this tropical-inspired dressing boasts a perfect balance of sweet and zesty flavors, making it the ideal complement to vibrant greens, fresh fruit, or even as a unique vegetable dip. Plus, it’s a great way to use a ripe banana in a creative new way! Refrigerate to let the flavors meld, and enjoy this versatile dressing as a refreshing addition to any dish. Perfect for light lunches or summer gatherings, this dressing is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Ripe banana
- 120 g Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Poppy seeds
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and place it in a blender or food processor.
Add Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if necessary.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the poppy seeds, salt, and black pepper (if using).
Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness, acidity, or seasoning as desired by adding more honey, vinegar, or salt.
Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled over salads, drizzle over fruit bowls, or use as a tropical-flavored dip for vegetables or crackers.
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 634 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 592 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
