Elevate your salads and side dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Poppy Sesame Seed Vinaigrette! Bursting with the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds and the delicate charm of poppy seeds, this homemade salad dressing strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Made with extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard, itβs expertly emulsified to create a silky, well-blended vinaigrette. A touch of garlic adds depth, while kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper round out the seasoning. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile recipe is a must-have for drizzling over your favorite greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge, making it an easy, make-ahead option for meal prep or dinner parties. Whisk up a batch today and turn ordinary dishes into extraordinary flavors!
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the white wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify the mixture. If using a jar, close the lid tightly and shake vigorously until combined.
Add the poppy seeds and toasted sesame seeds to the vinaigrette. Stir or shake to evenly distribute the seeds.
Add 1 tablespoon of water to slightly thin the dressing, stirring or shaking again to incorporate.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or honey to suit your preference.
Transfer the vinaigrette to a serving container or store it in the refrigerator in an airtight jar for up to one week.
Shake well before each use, as the seeds may settle at the bottom.
Calories |
1106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 115.4 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 266 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 89 mg | 2% | |
*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.