Description
Kumquat Poppyseed Vinaigrette is a quick, vibrant homemade dressing bursting with fresh kumquats, honey, and poppyseeds. This easy citrus vinaigrette adds a bright, sweet-tart punch to salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats, perfect for healthy meals all year round.
Ingredients
15 whole kumquats, washed, scrubbed, and dried
1/4 cup orange champagne vinegar (or substitute with champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon poppyseeds
Instructions
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Blend kumquats, vinegar, salt, pepper, and honey in a blender or food processor until smooth.
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With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to emulsify.
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Blend for another 30 seconds to thicken and aerate.
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Stir in the poppyseeds manually with a spatula.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Pour into a mason jar or airtight container and refrigerate.
Notes
For extra sweetness, add another tablespoon of honey.
For more tartness, add a bit more vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Stir before each use as separation is natural.
Swap honey with agave or maple syrup for a vegan version.
Add jalapeño or mint for a flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing, Condiment
- Method: Blender or Food Processor
- Cuisine: American, Californian
