Poppy Seed Dressing

This quick, zippy poppy seed dressing is full of bright flavor and that signature poppy seed crunch—it perks up any salad.

Made with just a few everyday ingredients, this poppy seed dressing comes together fast and makes even the simplest salad feel special. Jennifer Segal

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Poppy seed dressing is a slightly creamy vinaigrette with just the right balance of tangy and sweet, plus a subtle crunch from the seeds. It’s great on simple mixed greens or fruit-and-nut salads—spinach, strawberries, and almonds is the classic combo.