Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing (Addictive!)
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4.9
Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing (Addictive!)
Description
This Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing features lemon juice as the acidic base combined with extra-virgin olive oil for smoothness. Honey and brown mustard add sweetness and a gentle pungency, while finely diced red onion provides subtle sharpness that mellows when blended. Sea salt enhances overall flavor, and poppy seeds dispersed at the end add occasional bursts of crunch and visual interest.
Blending these ingredients creates a smooth, emulsified dressing that coats greens well without being overly thick. The recipe encourages tasting and seasoning adjustments to suit preferences. Stored in an airtight container, the dressing maintains its freshness and texture for up to five days in the refrigerator.
This dressing complements green salads, slaws, or roasted vegetables, introducing a distinctive lemony sweetness with texture from the seeds. Its balance of acidity and sweetness helps brighten dishes without overpowering other flavors.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegans)
- 2 teaspoons brown mustard spicy
- 1/2 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup red onion about 2 slices, diced
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, mustard, salt, and red onion, and blend until smooth. Taste the dressing and adjust any seasoning, if needed.
- Add the poppy seeds and pulse the blender briefly, just enough to disperse them. Pour the dressing into an airtight container and store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Leftover dressing should last in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings (1 1/2 cups total)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 19mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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