What are the 3 main criteria for an accompaniment salad?

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1. What are the 3 main criteria for an accompaniment salad?
2. What can you put on a salad besides dressing?
3. What can I put in a salad if I don't like dressing?
4. Why is it called Thousand Island dressing?
5. Is balsamic vinegar sweet?

What are the 3 main criteria for an accompaniment salad?

Accompaniment - Served with main the course of the meal either on dinner or salad plate. This salad should contrast pleasantly with the rest of the meal in color, flavor, and texture. Use crisp greens, fruits, or vegetables whether raw or cooked.

What can you put on a salad besides dressing?

8 Simple and Healthy Salad Dressings

• Sesame ginger. This simple salad dressing doubles as an easy marinade for meat, poultry, or roasted veggies. ...
• Balsamic vinaigrette. ...
• Avocado lime. ...
• Lemon vinaigrette. ...
• Honey mustard. ...
• Greek yogurt ranch. ...
• Apple cider vinaigrette. ...
• Ginger turmeric.

What can I put in a salad if I don't like dressing?

Oil and vinegar You just can't beat the combination of a high quality balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. But if you crave a little more flavor add a squeeze of lemon juice and some fresh or dried herbs. Or, whip up a simple vinaigrette by adding some minced raw or roasted garlic.

Why is it called Thousand Island dressing?

Thousand Island Dressing was named in honor of the beautiful area where it was first prepared, Thousand Islands, New York. Story goes, in the early 20th century, a fishing guide's wife, Sophie Lalonde, made the condiment for her husband's shore dinner. Actress, May Irwin liked it so much she requested the recipe.

Is balsamic vinegar sweet?

Balsamic vinegar is a slightly sweet, dark, richly flavored vinegar used to enhance salad dressings, marinades, and sauces. It can be reduced to a glaze and drizzled over strawberries, stirred into a risotto, or tossed with Brussels sprouts or red onions to let its sugars caramelize in the oven.