Poppyseed Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 min
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
8 servings (2 tbsp each)
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Calories
145 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Poppyseed Dressing
Description
Poppyseed Dressing features a blend of olive oil and red wine vinegar as its base, providing a smooth and slightly fruity oily texture mingled with bright acidity. The sugar and dried mustard add a balanced sweetness and mild piquancy. Including poppy seeds adds a delicate crunch and visual interest. The preparation involves whisking or shaking all ingredients together until combined. The dressing will taste milder right after mixing and benefits from resting at room temperature to let flavors meld. It can be refrigerated for up to four days, making it convenient for salads or as a light drizzle over vegetables.
The choice of oil can be adjusted; a light olive oil or a neutral oil such as avocado or canola works well to avoid overpowering the dressing's subtle flavors. Vinegar variations like white wine, apple cider, or lemon juice alter the flavor slightly but maintain the dressing's core balance. This recipe yields about one cup of dressing.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil or other neutral oil (see note 1)
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar (see note 2)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar or less to taste (see note 3)
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard (see note 4)
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl with a whisk, or in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, add the vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, dried mustard, poppy seeds, and salt to taste (I like 1 teaspoon).
- Shake or stir to combine. If you’re making a salad right away, keep the dressing out at room temperature to let the flavors mingle while preparing the salad. Or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount or type of sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup.
- Use light or neutral oils to keep the dressing flavor delicate; avocado, canola, or vegetable oil are good substitutes for olive oil.
- Red wine vinegar can be replaced with white wine, apple cider vinegar, or lemon juice depending on preference and color desires.
- Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to four days in a covered container.
- Shake or stir the dressing before serving, especially if it has been refrigerated, to remix the ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings (2 tbsp each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 tbsp | |
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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