This healthy poppyseed dressing is made with Greek yogurt, maple syrup, avocado oil and apple cider vinegar for a lightened-up twist on the classic.
No matter what restaurant or salad bar you’re at, you’ll likely see a poppyseed dressing. It seems to be a staple dressing that most of you probably grew up on!
It’s light and creamy with a hint of sweetness so I understand why it’s a fan favorite! The thing is (as with most store-bought dressings) packaged poppyseed dressing isn’t the healthiest option.
So! I came up with a version we can all feel good about and the end result is delicious!
If you’ve ever looked at the label for store-bought poppyseed dressing, you’ll know that most brands include a ton of added sugar, cheap oil(s) like canola or vegetable oil and loads of preservatives to make it shelf-stable.
My version is made with minimal, whole-food ingredients!
It’s light, while still being creamy and is made with a base of Greek yogurt so you get a boost of added protein!
Other than the poppy seeds (which you may need to add to your shopping list), you likely have the rest of the ingredients in your pantry and fridge so this is the perfect recipe to keep on hand!
Ready for the simplest instructions ever?
Simply whisk all the ingredients in a bowl until the dressing is combined and smooth. If you want to take a shortcut or want to make sure the dressing is extra creamy, mix it in a blender.
This dressing keeps great! After mixing the dressing, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. I love using a mason jar for storing my dressings.
If any separation occurs during storage, simply whisk or blend for a few seconds before serving.
The tangy, sweet flavor of poppyseed dressing pairs well with a variety of salads, but you’ll often see it served with spinach salad or fruit-based salads like citrus salad and strawberry salad. It’d also be really tasty on my fuji apple salad.
It’s a unique option for coleslaw and makes for a tasty fruit salad. It also works wonders as a chicken marinade for grilled chicken.
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Looking forward to trying this! Would chia seeds work as a replacement for poppy seeds??
Hi, Debz. It might change the consistency of the dressing, as chia seeds soak up liquids. But a quick google search says that chia seeds are a great swap for poppy seeds so I don’t see the harm in trying!
The nutritional information is based on what serving size? 1 Tablespoon?
Hi, Tam! It’s for 2 Tablespoons. Thanks for bringing that to my attention! I’ll update the recipe card so it’s more clear.
Simple and delicious even all the kids loved this dressing.
Woo! So glad this dressing was a hit with your kiddos! I call that a win. 🙂