This spinach salad features a rich, homemade honey mustard poppy seed dressing that brings a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The base is made from scratch using egg yolks, vinegar, and oil, creating a luxurious texture that coats the fresh spinach leaves beautifully. It is an excellent choice for lunch, picnics, or as a light side dish for dinner. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Spinach Salad With Honey Mustard Poppy Seed D
Description
This spinach salad features a rich, homemade honey mustard poppy seed dressing that brings a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The base is made from scratch using egg yolks, vinegar, and oil, creating a luxurious texture that coats the fresh spinach leaves beautifully. It is an excellent choice for lunch, picnics, or as a light side dish for dinner. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, whisk 5 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, and the juice of 1 lemon until frothy.
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While constantly whisking, very slowly drizzle in 3/4 quart salad oil and 1 tablespoon boiling water to form a thick emulsion (mayonnaise).
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Take 1 quart of the prepared mayonnaise and transfer to a separate bowl.
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Stir in 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 1 cup yellow mustard, 1/2 cup honey, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon, 1/4 cup poppy seeds, and juice of 1 lemon.
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Season with a dash of red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to taste, stirring until thoroughly blended.
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Toss the dressing with torn fresh spinach until evenly coated.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 110.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.9g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 379.2mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.3g6%
- Dietary Fiber 10.6g43%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 13.9g28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
The dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Suggested garnishes include crumbled cooked bacon, crumbled hard-boiled eggs, sections of Mandarin oranges, or bean sprouts.
Adjust the amount of honey (1/2 to 1 cup) based on your preference for sweetness.
