Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing is a light, tangy, and slightly sweet dressing made with fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and crunchy poppy seeds. Perfect for salads, grain bowls, fruit salads, or drizzling over roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 to 1 cup (4–6 servings)
- Category: Dressing, Sauce
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 2–3 tbsp water (to thin, as needed)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified.
- Stir in poppy seeds and salt.
- If too thick, add water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For an oil-free version, replace oil with tahini and water for creaminess.
- Add vegan mayo or cashews for a creamier texture.
- Use more lemon juice or white wine vinegar for extra tang.
- Sweeten with agave or date syrup instead of maple syrup if preferred.
- Fresh herbs like basil or mint can be added for a refreshing twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/vegan-lemon-poppy-seed-dressing/
