Salad makes a good first course, or main course if protein is added.
The secret to a fresh tasting salad is making sure that the lettuce is thoroughly washed and dried. Nothing will ruin the taste of lettuce quicker than if it's sandy or wilted. There are a few simple things that you can do to ensure that every salad you make is clean, crisp and delicious.
Instructions
1. Even lettuces labled "Pre-washed" could be washed again.
Wash lettuce as your normally would under very cold water.
2. Dry lettuce in a salad spinner. Make sure it's as dry as possible.
3. If you don't have a salad spinner, wrap lettuce in a kitchen towel and spin by hand.
4. Choosing the salad bar at a restaurant is a healthy, inexpensive option.
Lettuce stays crisp the best if it's cold, so keep it in the fridge in the salad spinner bowl or metal bowl until you serve it.
5. Never add dressing until right before service. The acid in dressing causes lettuce to wilt.
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