Get ready to transform your ordinary salads into extraordinary culinary experiences with this legendary poppy seed dressing that's been a family favorite for generations! Imagine a dressing so vibrant and delicious that it turns even the most mundane greens into a mouthwatering masterpiece. Aunt Francis's secret recipe is about to become your new kitchen superstar, promising a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors that will have everyone begging for your salad secrets!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tsp onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp mustard
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and measuring tools. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sugar, white vinegar, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Slowly drizzle the vegetable oil into the sugar-vinegar mixture while continuously whisking. This helps create a smooth, emulsified dressing.
- Add the finely chopped onion and ground mustard to the mixture. Whisk to incorporate evenly.
- Sprinkle the poppy seeds into the dressing and gently stir to distribute them throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the dressing to a clean glass jar or airtight container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
- Shake well before each use. The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Serve chilled over salads, as a coleslaw dressing, or use as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother blending and better flavor integration.
- Whisk with Purpose: When adding oil, drizzle slowly and whisk continuously to create a perfectly emulsified dressing that won't separate.
- Flavor Enhancing Trick: Let the dressing sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Storage Wisdom: Use a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid to preserve freshness and maximize the dressing's shelf life.
- Customization Options: Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tanginess by slightly modifying the sugar and vinegar quantities to suit your taste.
- Serving Suggestions: This versatile dressing isn't just for salads - try it as a coleslaw topping, vegetable dip, or even a marinade for grilled chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
