Elevate your salads and sides with the vibrant sweetness of this homemade Poppy Seed Honey Dressing! This quick and easy recipe combines the natural richness of honey, the tangy kick of apple cider vinegar, and the creamy balance of Dijon mustard, all whisked together with olive oil for a luscious, silky texture. Delicately speckled with poppy seeds, this dressing adds a delightful crunch and a visual pop to every drizzle. Ready in just 5 minutes, itβs a versatile choice for enhancing green salads, fresh fruits, or even as a marinade for grilled vegetables and proteins. Bursting with flavor and simple pantry ingredients, this sweet-and-tangy dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the honey and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
Add the apple cider vinegar to the honey-mustard mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.
Slowly pour in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth and emulsified dressing.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in the poppy seeds until evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
Transfer the dressing to a container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Shake or stir before serving. Drizzle over salads, fruits, or use as a marinade.
Calories |
764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 60.8 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 714 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*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.