Poppy Seed Dressing
Side · Dressing · Makes ~1½ cups
Ingredients
- Sugar½ cup
- Poppy Seeds1 tbsp
- Dried Onion Flakes1 tbsp
- Salt¾ tbsp
- Dry Mustard¾ tbsp
- Red Wine Vinegar⅓ cup
- Canola Oil⅔ cup
Method
- Blend all but the oil. Add sugar, poppy seeds, dried onion, salt, dry mustard, and red wine vinegar to a food processor or blender. Process for 1 minute.
- Emulsify. With the blender running, drizzle the canola oil in a thin, steady stream. Continue blending until the dressing is thick and fully emulsified.
- Store. Transfer to a jar. Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before use.
💡 Classic on spinach salads with sliced strawberries, mandarin oranges, or dried cranberries. The dry mustard and slow oil stream are what give it that thick, creamy texture.