Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

A tangy, creamy dressing with a hint of sweetness, ready in minutes without any cooking.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 110/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy

This dressing blends mayonnaise and a splash of vinegar with sugar and poppy seeds for a smooth, tangy-sweet finish. It pairs well with fruit salads, spinach salads, or as a dip for fresh vegetables. Whisking everything together in one bowl means it comes together fast, with no special equipment needed.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 teaspoon onion, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and milk until smooth.

  2. Add the white vinegar, poppy seeds, grated onion, dry mustard, and salt, whisking until the dressing is fully combined and creamy.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend before serving.

  4. Whisk again before serving, adding a splash of milk if the dressing has thickened too much.

Rate this recipe

★ 4.5 (1)

Comments

    Log in to comment.

    Creamy Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

    This dressing blends mayonnaise and a splash of vinegar with sugar and poppy seeds for a smooth, tangy-sweet finish. It pairs well with fruit salads, spinach salads, or as a dip for fresh vegetables. Whisking everything together in one bowl means it comes together fast, with no special equipment needed.

    10 min 16 oz 110 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/4 cup milk
    • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
    • 1 teaspoon onion, grated
    • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    Method

    1. 1

      In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and milk until smooth.

    2. 2

      Add the white vinegar, poppy seeds, grated onion, dry mustard, and salt, whisking until the dressing is fully combined and creamy.

    3. 3

      Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend before serving.

    4. 4

      Whisk again before serving, adding a splash of milk if the dressing has thickened too much.