When it comes to creating a fast, delicious salad it helps to know the different types and their relative strengths.
§ simple leaf salads
Leaf salads are my go-to side salad choice. With so many variations from the type of leaves to the dressing, I don’t think I’ll ever tire of a well dressed simple leaf salad. I often order simple salads in restaurants because I love them and also they are a great yard stick to measure the quality of a chef.
§ shaved salads
After discovering shaved salads years ago, I’m still super excited about this style. I love how they allow veg that would otherwise need cooking to be served raw, like cabbage, zucchini and beets. I also love that these veg tend to keep in the fridge for weeks so when all your fresh leaves are past it, you can still put togther a fresh crunchy shaved veg salad.
§ vegetable salads
Cooked veg also make wonderful salads both cold and warm. By tossing your favourite veg in a little dressing you’ve magically created a salad. Yay!
§ grain or legume salads
When it comes to 5 minute grain or legume salad options we’re relying on precooked grains or canned legumes to save us time. Bread and bread like things such as tortillas can also be really lovely in salads.
§ protein based salads
These salads can be any of the above with some type of protein added to make them more substantial. Think boiled eggs, handfuls of nuts, cooked meats or finely sliced raw meats, tofu, canned fish, cheese… Endless possibilities.
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