melissa's poppy seed dressing for spinach salad
Poppy seed dressing is one of my favorites! This dressing features a tangy apple cider vinegar which gives a delicious tartness to counter balance the sweetness of the dressing. It's especially good served with a spinach salad that includes seasonal fruit. In this salad I tossed together, organic baby spinach, sweet clementines, crunchy red onion slices and grape tomatoes. I topped it off with a sprinkle of blue cheese and candied nuts. Drizzle this homemade dressing on top, and I'm in heaven!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
method
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yield
Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 - granulated sugar
- 1 medium finely minced shallot [or 1/4 cup red onion]
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 1 cup canola oil
How To Make melissa's poppy seed dressing for spinach salad
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Step 1In a blender, combine all of the ingredients except for the poppy seeds and oil. Puree for 20-30 seconds or until the ingredients are smooth. Remove the lid, lower the speed of the blender and add the poppy seeds. Drizzle in the Canola oil slowly while the blender processes the dressing. Continue until the mixture emulsifies and thickens. Chill until your ready to serve. Yield: 1 1/2 cups Cook's note: For a time saver, look in the mixed nut section of the grocery store for candied nuts. They have several varieties to choose from and they usually include candied almonds, walnuts and pecans. Any of these are terrific sprinkled on this salad, simnply choose your preference. - Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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Category:
Dressings
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