What is the best fruit to put in a salad?

Table of Contents:

1. What is the best fruit to put in a salad?
2. Should you wash prewashed salad?
3. What is the best way to store salad greens?
4. How can I keep my salad fresh longer?
5. Do salads need to be refrigerated?

What is the best fruit to put in a salad?

Popular fresh fruits to add to your salad include berries, apples, oranges and cherries. You can also use blended fruit or freshly squeezed fruit juice for homemade salad dressings.

Should you wash prewashed salad?

Consumers Union, on its website, advises consumers to go ahead and give those bagged, pre-washed greens an extra washing. The bottom line is — if you eat fresh lettuce, you're taking a small risk. An additional washing won't change the risk much, one way or the other.

What is the best way to store salad greens?

The best way to protect and prolong the life of your greens is by storing them in a large container lined with damp—not dry, but not sopping—paper towels. “If you wrap the leaves in a totally dry paper towel, the moisture from the leaves will be absorbed more quickly, and the leaves dry out,” says Ayoob.

How can I keep my salad fresh longer?

First, layer the bottom of the container with paper towels. They'll absorb moisture. Then, gently pack the leaves in the container and top with another paper towel before storing in the crisper drawer. Don't pack the leaves too tightly, or they won't have breathing room (that can invite rapid rot).

Do salads need to be refrigerated?

You can help salads stay fresh longer by storing them in your refrigerator immediately after use. Once prepared, salad should be stored in a tightly closed container to keep out moisture and other contaminants. Freezing is not recommended for any type of salad - mayonnaise and lettuce do NOT freeze well.