Blood Orange Poppyseed Dressing

Amanda Liptak
May 28
2 min read

Introduction:

While we have nothing against old staples like Creamy Italian or Ranch dressing, sometimes you just need to spice things up! That's exactly what we've done with this bright and tasty Blood Orange Poppyseed Dressing. It’s light, zesty, slightly sweet, and packed with nutrients — all while being made from real, simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your kitchen.

🥗 Why You’ll Love This Dressing

Blood oranges are a seasonal treasure with a unique tangy-sweet flavor and gorgeous ruby hue. Pair that with heart-healthy olive oil, protein-rich poppy seeds (or chia seeds for a fiber boost), and just the right amount of sweetness, and you’ve got a dressing that tastes like sunshine in a bottle.

This recipe is:

🍯 Naturally sweetened with local honey
🧡 Rich in antioxidants and healthy fats
🌱 Free from additives, preservatives, and artificial flavors
🥄 Ready in just 5 minutes

A recipe from Amanda Liptak, RDN, CLT, CA

May sub out blood orange for regular orange, lemon, or grapefruit. May sub out olive oil for oil of choice.

Ingredients

2 TBSP high quality extra virgin olive oil
1/2 Cup freshly squeezed blood orange
2 tsp dried mustard or 2 TBSP prepared Dijon mustard
2 TBSP local honey
2 TBSP poppy seeds or chia seeds

Instructions

Combine all in salad dressing container. Secure the lid and shake. May also blend together with wire whisk. Keep up to 5-7 days in refrigerator in an airtight container. Can also use as a marinade for chicken, turkey or pork.

Serving Suggestions

Toss with spinach, arugula, or butter lettuce, strawberries, avocado, and toasted walnuts for a crave-worthy salad.
Drizzle over a grain bowl with meat of choice, quinoa, roasted butternut squash, and goat cheese.
Serve as a marinade or glaze for grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, or salmon.
Spoon over roasted veggies like beets, carrots, or Brussels sprouts for a citrusy finish.

Quick Tips

Don’t have blood oranges? Regular oranges or Cara Cara oranges work well too!
Want it creamier? Add 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt or tahini.
Need it vegan? Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave nectar.
Note that the addition of chia seeds will result in a consistency that is thicker.

This Blood Orange Poppyseed Dressing is your new go-to for dressing up everyday meals with a little flair and flavor. It's fresh, nourishing, and delightfully versatile — exactly what your salads and sides have been missing!

A Final Note

Here at Nutrient Rich Life we believe that variety is the spice of life! We encourage everyone to make all foods fit as much as possible and that includes eating more plants and cooking in a way that adds fun and flavor to your life!

Hi, I'm Amanda!

Functional weight loss coach, registered dietitian nutritionist and mom of one picky eater with multiple food allergies! I'm a big believer that if you can learn to fish -- you can eat for life! So this blog is dedicated to helping you learn to toss out the food myths that result in unnecessary food stress so that you can become a confident, healthy eater!

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