My super-simple, honey poppy seed dressing packs a tangy flavor punch that's guaranteed to win over the masses. It is refined sugar free yet still perfectly sweet. Give it a whirl on your go-to salad and watch it become the life of the lunch!
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I originally created this delightful poppy seed vinaigrette for my shaved brussels sprout salad. It was the perfect dressing because it was big on taste but easy to make and allergy-friendly. I used honey (and not much of it!) to make the poppy seed dressing naturally sweet and refined sugar-free.
It is a great alternative to my Greek yogurt poppy seed dressing recipe if you want something dairy-free for your favorite salad.
🧾Ingredient Notes
- Olive Oil- Like with all salad dressing recipes, use your best extra-virgin olive oil for this recipe. I don't recommend other types of oils for this recipe
- Apple Cider Vinegar- Substitute with white wine vinegar, champagne vinegar, or red wine vinegar for different flavor profiles.
- Raw Honey - If you are looking for a vegan version consider using maple syrup or agave. For a fun twist perfect for Fall, swap the honey out for sage simple syrup.
- Shallot- Be sure to mince it, you want it as finely chopped as possible.
- Dijon Mustard- Brown or grainy mustard are good substitutes.
- Poppy Seeds- Find these in the spice aisle.
⏲️How to Make This Salad Dressing Recipe
- I typically make this dressing in a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. Just combine all the ingredients and shake well.
- Alternatively, you can make this recipe in a blender, which is ideal if you want to puree the shallot.
- And of course, you can make this by hand! Simply add all the ingredients, except the oil, to a bowl and whisk. Slowly stream in the oil while whisking.
Poppy Seed Dressing Uses
In addition to using the poppy seed dressing on my brussels sprout salad, I have used it on my strawberry goat cheese salad, in place of mayo for a cranberry chicken salad and I even drizzled the last remaining bit on roasted asparagus and carrots.
You can even use it as a marinade for grilled chicken or shrimp.
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Honey Poppy Seed Dressing (Sugar Free)
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ⅛ cup honey sub coconut sugar or maple syrup for vegan
- 2 Tablespoon shallot, finely chopped
- 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon poppy seeds
- kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mason jar shake until well combined. Alternatively, place all ingredients in a blender (except poppy seeds) and blend until combined. Add poppy seeds and pulse a couple times.½ cup olive oil, ½ cup apple cider vinegar, ⅛ cup honey, 2 Tablespoon shallot, finely chopped, 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard, 1 Tablespoon poppy seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste.kosher salt and pepper
Notes
- Total yield is 1 cup of salad dressing.
Storage Instructions
- Store the dressing in airtight container. Allow to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before using.
- The dressing will keep in the fridge for up to a week.
RoxAnn Henry says
I saw the one commenter complain that no one had tried the recipe! Well, I did and it was amazingly delicious! I used it on my green winter salad.....romaine, one apple, one pear, grated swiss cheese, onion, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts. I will no longer be using the sugary one I used before as this one is so much healthier. Thanks for the great recipe that now resides in my book!
Jen Wooster says
Thank you so much for the sweet review. And that salad sounds amazing. I am going to have to try that!
Ade says
I would like your Winter Green salad recipe.
Debbie Schneider says
I wish we could get comments from people that have made this recipe rather than all the Ibette this is really good comments
Chichi Uguru says
This is definitely a must try for me. Looks good and must taste amazing in most veggies.
Chichi Uguru says
With* most veggies.
Debbie Schneider says
But the question is have you made it????
Caroline says
I really like making my own dressings, so much better than store-bought. This sounds great.
Andrea Metlika says
Poppy seed dressing is my favorite but have had to cut back on how much I use it. This recipe is perfect for my family.
Jenna says
I'm always interested in a new simple vinaigrette. So necessary to dress up the healthy stuff! Imagine this is great with strawberries. Can't wait to try.
Susanna says
Hi, I made this poppy seed dressing this morning and it is delicious. I am eating my salad for lunch with the dressing. It is sweet and tangy just right😋