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    Home » Recipes » Sauces and Dressing » Poppy Seed Dressing

    Poppy Seed Dressing

    Published: Jan 4, 2023 · Modified: Apr 4, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    This homemade Poppy Seed Dressing recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients, tastes better than store-bought, and is perfect for salads!

    It’s surprisingly easy to make your own salad dressing, sauces, and condiments to top your favorite salads or to use as a dip for veggies, fruit, tortilla chips, and chicken tenders.

    a white pitcher holding poppy seed dressing.

    Strawberry Spinach Salad is one of the most popular salads and features poppy seed dressing. We love this homemade dressing recipe and use it all year long.

    What You’ll Find In This Post About Making Poppy Seed Dressing

    • Ingredients Needed and Substitutions
    • How To Make Poppy Seed Dressing
    • Storage
    • Ways To Use
    • Frequently Asked Questions About This Recipe
    • Want more dressing recipes? Try these next
    ingredients in bowls on a marble countertop.

    Ingredients Needed and Substitutions

    One of the best things about this poppyseed dressing is that it uses simple, widely available ingredients.

    • Mayonnaise: The mayonnaise makes the dressing creamy and helps bring it all together. We used Hellman’s mayonnaise. Although you can substitute it with Miracle Whip, keep in mind that it will alter the flavor.
    • Sour cream: We also added sour cream for extra creaminess and tanginess.
    • Half-n-half: The half-n-half helps thin the dressing while maintaining the creaminess. Feel free to use whole milk if you prefer.
    • Sweetener: We sweetened this dressing with granulated sugar. You can also use brown sugar for a different flavor profile or a sugar alternative to make a sugar-free version.
    • Acids: This recipe uses freshly squeezed lemon juice and apple cider vinegar. For the best results, you’ll want to use freshly squeezed lemon juice to make this vinaigrette. But in a pinch, you can substitute with bottled lemon juice.
    • Poppy Seeds: Of course, the dressing needs poppy seeds which add color, flavor, and texture!
    • Seasoning: We seasoned the dressing with onion powder, garlic powder, and ground mustard.
    top down view of poppy seed dressing in a white pitcher.

    How To Make Poppy Seed Dressing

    Since this dressing is so easy to make, you can prepare it at a moment’s notice. You can scale the recipe up or down depending on how many servings you need.

    • Put all of the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and whisk until combined.
    • Transfer the dressing to a small pitcher for serving and pouring. Store it in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
    • If you want a thicker dressing to use as a fruit or veggie dip, place it in the refrigerator to thicken. You can also stir in a tablespoon of powdered ranch dressing mix to thicken it even more!

    Storage

    Store homemade poppy seed dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Since it only lasts a couple of days, you can cut the recipe in half or fourth if you only want to make enough for one or two salads.

    Ways To Use

    You can use this dressing for strawberry spinach salad, of course, but it can also be used as a dip. Both fruit and veggies are delicious when dipped in poppy seed dressing. Additionally, it is a great dressing for fruit salad or mango salsa.

    pouring poppy seed dressing from a white pitcher onto a salad.

    Frequently Asked Questions About This Recipe

    How do I make a lighter poppy seed dressing?

    Use light mayo, light sour cream, and your favorite sugar alternative to lighten this recipe.

    What does poppyseed dressing taste like?

    This creamy dressing tastes sweet and tangy with a hint of onion and lemon.

    How long does homemade salad dressing last?

    Homemade salad dressing needs to be properly stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If it contains sour cream, buttermilk, eggs, or fresh ingredients such as minced onion, garlic, or herbs, it should be used within 2-3 days. Dressing made with mayonnaise or freshly squeezed citrus juice should be used within 3-4 days.

    poppy seed dressing and a strawberry spinach salad.

    Want more dressing recipes? Try these next

    • Creamy Lemon Vinaigrette tastes like the salad dressing you get from upscale restaurants! It’s easy to make and so delicious!
    • Homemade Ranch Dressing is easy to make and better than store-bought! We love using it as a salad dressing and as a veggie dip.
    • This yummy Peanut Sauce recipe is perfect for dipping veggies or drizzling on salads and wraps.
    • Our Chipotle Ranch Dressing recipe is so good on both salads and wraps! We also use it as a dip for chicken tenders and french fries.
    homemade poppy seed dressing in a small white pitcher.

    Poppy Seed Dressing

    This homemade Poppy Seed Dressing recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients, tastes better than store-bought, and is perfect for salads!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 people
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    Equipment

    Poppy Seed
    Apple Cider Vinegar
    Piano Wire Whip
    Mini Creamer Pitcher

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoon sour cream
    • 2 tablespoon half-n-half
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 ½ tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • 2 teaspoon poppyseeds
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon ground mustard

    Instructions

    • Put all of the ingredients into a medium-sized bowl. Whisk until combined.
      a hand whisking ingredients in a small glass bowl.
    • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
      pouring poppy seed dressing from a white pitcher onto a salad.

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    Notes

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Course: Sauces and Condiments
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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