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Salads Recipes
Salads are cool, fresh dishes you can serve on the side or make a whole meal. Here you will find simple ideas for every season and every table.
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About Salads
A good salad is all about balance. You want something crisp, something soft, a little tang and a bit of crunch. Greens, grains, pasta, fruit, chicken and chopped vegetables all work as a base. A simple dressing ties it together.
This section is split into six kinds of salad. Green salads lean on leafy lettuce. Grain salads use rice, quinoa or bulgur. Pasta salads are great for picnics. Chicken salads are hearty. Fruit salads are sweet and bright. Slaws are crunchy shredded vegetables in a creamy or tangy dressing.
Questions folks ask
How do I keep a salad from getting soggy?
Dry the ingredients well and add the dressing right before you serve. Keep wet toppings like tomatoes separate until the last minute.
Can I make salad ahead of time?
Many can be prepped ahead. Wash and chop the ingredients, store them dry, and toss with dressing later. Pasta and grain salads often hold up well in the fridge.
How do I turn a salad into a main dish?
Add a filling item like chicken, beans, eggs, cheese or grains. That makes it a satisfying meal.
Kitchen tips
- Dry your greens well so the dressing sticks.
- Dress the salad just before serving unless it is a pasta or grain salad.
- Taste the dressing on a leaf, not off the spoon.
- Cut ingredients to a similar size so every bite is balanced.
- Add nuts or seeds at the end to keep them crunchy.