Lauren K shares her recipe for Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing in this Cooking with Lauren K Flashback!

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

“Sweet, refreshing salads are the perfect summertime lunch. This creamy sweet dressing is the perfect addition to a salad accented with fruit, like my Strawberry, Snap Pea and Salmon Salad.” – Lauren K.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 5, 2 tablespoons each

Total Cost: $1.10

Ingredients

¼ cup light mayonnaise

2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon poppy seeds

3 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Salt and pepper

Directions

In a sealable jar, add the light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, poppy seeds, sugar, and red wine vinegar. Season the dressing with salt and pepper. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to combine all ingredients. Refrigerate if not using.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 77                             Total Fat: 4g                                        Saturated Fat: 0.5g

Sodium: 78.4mg                      Carbohydrates: 9.8g                           Fiber: 0.2g

Sugar: 8.8g                              Protein: 0.9g                                       Cholesterol: 4mg

Strawberry, Snap Pea and Salmon Salad

Combine ¾ cup sliced strawberries, 1 ½ cups roughly chopped sugar snap peas and 5 ounces salmon. Top with 2 tablespoons poppy seed dressing and enjoy!

Lauren K specializes in healthy meals that won’t break your budget. For more great ideas, visit Lauren K’s Kitchen.

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Smithmyer’s Superette, Loretto
B&L Winery, Johnstown
Bella Care Fitness and Physical Therapy, Claysburg
Allegheny Creamery and Crepes, Hollidaysburg
Festival Beverage and Frost Bites Ice Cream, Ebensburg
UPMC Altoona Hospital Gift Shop, Altoona 
Altoona Mirror Newspaper, Altoona
Martella’s Pharmacy, Boswell, Windber and Johnstown 

A special thanks to Smithmyer’s Superette for the ingredients for today’s dish.