Make the dressing: In a small mixing bowl or large liquid measuring cup, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients—mayo, half and half, sugar, sour cream, poppy seeds, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper—until well combined. (Or, you can shake the ingredients together in a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid). Set in the fridge.
1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 Tbsp. half and half, 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp. sour cream, 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds, 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper to taste
Prepare the goat cheese: Use this blog post for guidance. fried goat cheese
Assemble the salad: Add the romaine lettuce, arugula, basil, onion, strawberries, and sunflower seeds in a large salad bowl. Add a drizzle of the dressing and toss.
6-8 cups romaine, washed and chopped, 2 cups arugula, washed and chopped, 1 large bunch fresh basil, roughly chopped or torn, 1 small red onion, diced, 16 oz. fresh strawberries, diced, 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
Top with the goat cheese: Then add the warm fried goat cheese "croutons" on top.
Serve: Serve with more poppy seed dressing and enjoy!