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Barefoot Contessa Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

Barefoot Contessa Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

A creamy and slightly sweet Barefoot Contessa Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe made with simple pantry ingredients. This homemade poppy seed dressing is perfect for fruit salads, spinach salads, and fresh greens.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 Portions
Course: Salad Dressing
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Creates creamy base
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar Adds tanginess
  • 2 tbsp Honey Natural sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Adds depth
  • 1 tbsp Poppy seeds Signature ingredient
  • ¼ tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil Smooth texture

Equipment

  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • jar or container for storage

Method
 

Step 1: Combine the Base
  1. In a bowl, I add:
  2. mayonnaise
  3. honey
  4. Dijon mustard
  5. Then I whisk until the mixture becomes smooth.
Step 2: Add the Vinegar
  1. Next, I slowly add apple cider vinegar while whisking.
  2. This step helps balance the sweetness.
Step 3: Add Oil
  1. I drizzle olive oil while continuing to whisk.
  2. This makes the dressing silky and smooth.
Step 4: Stir in Poppy Seeds
  1. Finally, I add the poppy seeds along with salt and pepper.
  2. Once everything is mixed, the dressing is ready to use.

Notes

Use fresh poppy seeds

Older seeds can lose their flavor.

Taste and adjust

Depending on your preference, you may want slightly more honey or vinegar.

Chill before serving

Letting the dressing rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes helps the flavors blend.