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    Home » Recipes » Side Salads

    Panera Poppy Seed Dressing

    Published: May 12, 2022 · Modified: Jun 26, 2020 by Bowl Me Over · 28 Comments

    Easy, delicious homemade salad dressing.
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    Homemade salad dressing is easier to. make than you think and tastes 100 times better than store-bought! This delicious Panera Poppy Seed Dressing is so yummy and just like your favorite restaurant!

    Poppy Seed Salad Dressing with Spinach Salad
    Panera Poppy Seed Dressing with Spinach Salad
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    • Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

    Why you'll love this recipe   

    ✔️ Better than store-bought.

    ✔️ Easy to make.

    ✔️ Completely delicious!

    Ingredients

    For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

    • mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt
    • cider vinegar
    • sugar
    • poppy seeds
    • salt
    • black pepper

    Instructions 

    One more view of poppy seed dressing
    One more view of poppy seed dressing

    This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

    1. Combine all the ingredients and mix well with a wire whisk, or place in jar with a screw top lid and shake vigorously.
    2. Refrigerate for an hour prior to using.
    3. It will keep in the refrigerator for several days.

    FAQ's

    What is the base in poppy seed dressing?

    The base for poppy seed salad dressing is either mayonnaise or Greek Yogurt.

    How long is poppy seed dressing good for?

    Poppy seed dressing will last refrigerated for about 2 weeks.

    Can you fail a drug test for eating poppy seed dressing?

    Yes, you can fail a drug test by eating poppy seed dressing and it doesn't take that many either!

    How do you know if poppy seed dressing is bad?

    You'll know it's bad by giving it the sniff test. If it smells off, discard it. It could also develop mold or turn color. If it does, toss it.

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    Storage

    Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight jar, refrigerated. It will keep up to two weeks.

    Related recipes

    If you enjoy homemade salad dressing, here are more of our favorites.

    • 1000 Island Salad Dressing - This is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.
    • Greek Salad Dressing - Light and bright it's perfect for your Mediterranean Salad.
    • Homemade Vinaigrette - Another fresh topping for your favorite salad.

    Serve with

    You know, I'm a big fan of delicious salads with homemade salad dressing. There's nothing better than a great fresh salad!

    • This is delicious over tossed with your favorite greens!
    • Poppy Seed Dressing would also be delicious with a Chopped Salad.
    • Super yummy on this BLT Pasta Salad Recipe too.

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    Panera Poppy Seed Dressing in bowl with spoon.
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    Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

    Easy, delicious homemade salad dressing.
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    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Salad Dressings and Sauces
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 151kcal
    Author: Deb Clark
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions

    • Combine all the ingredients and mix well with a wire whisk.
    • Refrigerate for at least an hour prior to using. It will keep in the refrigerator for several days.

    Notes

    For the salad: spinach, romaine, sliced red onions, radishes, sliced olives, strawberries, sunflower seeds

    Nutrition

    Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 10mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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    So if you're going to go to the effort of putting together a beautiful, healthy salad, taking just a few minutes to make your own dressing is an effort worth taking! Plus it's easy and super good.

    I made the Panera Poppy Seed Dressing to serve with a spinach salad. This salad has dark green spinach, fresh crunchy romaine, red onions, spicy radishes, salty black olives, sweet strawberries, sunflower seeds.

    What is your favorite salad dressing?

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