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What primarily distinguishes a dinner salad from other salads?
What primarily distinguishes a dinner salad from other salads?
- It is served as a dessert.
- It is non-vegetarian and often contains meats. (correct)
- It primarily consists of fruits.
- It is primarily made up of shredded cabbage.
Which salad type is characterized by being made mainly of fruits?
Which salad type is characterized by being made mainly of fruits?
- Garden salad
- Fruit salad (correct)
- Bound salad
- Chicken salad
What is the main ingredient typically found in coleslaw?
What is the main ingredient typically found in coleslaw?
- Shredded raw white cabbage (correct)
- Chopped cooked chicken
- Tuna fish and mayonnaise
- Boiled potatoes
What type of salad is often served as an appetizer?
What type of salad is often served as an appetizer?
What is a key feature of a bound salad?
What is a key feature of a bound salad?
Which salad is mainly composed of chopped meat and a fat binder?
Which salad is mainly composed of chopped meat and a fat binder?
What is the main component of a dessert salad?
What is the main component of a dessert salad?
A main course salad typically includes which of the following?
A main course salad typically includes which of the following?
What is a characteristic of a simple salad?
What is a characteristic of a simple salad?
Which type of salad is characterized by artfully arranged ingredients on a plate?
Which type of salad is characterized by artfully arranged ingredients on a plate?
What distinguishes a warm salad from other types of salads?
What distinguishes a warm salad from other types of salads?
Which classification of salad is predominantly served as a side dish?
Which classification of salad is predominantly served as a side dish?
Which of the following is a type of salad that originates from cuisines other than French cuisine?
Which of the following is a type of salad that originates from cuisines other than French cuisine?
What is the purpose of a salad served as a dessert?
What is the purpose of a salad served as a dessert?
Which type of salad typically includes mayonnaise as a dressing?
Which type of salad typically includes mayonnaise as a dressing?
What is a defining feature of contemporary salads?
What is a defining feature of contemporary salads?
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What is a salad?
- A salad is a dish with a mix of different food ingredients at least one of which is raw.
- Salads are typically served chilled or at room temperature and are dressed.
Kinds of salad
- Simple salad: Based on one ingredient (like lettuce or tomatoes), with a dressing, and minimal or no garnishes.
- Mixed salad: Two or more mixed ingredients, combined with a dressing.
- Compound salad: Ingredients combined with mayonnaise.
- Composed salad: Ingredients are arranged on a plate and drizzled with dressing (not tossed).
- Warm salad: Ingredients and dressing are tossed in a pan or skillet over heat.
- Classic salad: Based on French cuisine and traditions. Examples include Roquefort salad and salade russe.
- Contemporary salad: Salad variants popular today.
- Ethnic salad: Salad originating from the cuisines of countries other than France.
Classifications of Salad According to Use
- Appetizer: Light ingredients that stimulate appetite and are served as the first course of a meal.
- Side dish: Served as a side dish with an entrée.
- Main dish: Usually heavy, meant to satisfy the appetite.
- Dessert: Designed to balance the tastes of previous courses.
Classifications of Salad According to Ingredients
- Garden salad: Also known as green salads or tossed salads, usually for vegans.
- Vegetable salad: Consists of carrots, cucumber, onions, tomatoes, and radishes.
- Bound salad: Stays together due to a thick and binding dressing.
- Dinner salad: Also known as entrée salad, usually includes non-vegetarian items like chicken, shrimp, or prawns.
- Fruit salad: Usually sweet and can be made from fresh or canned fruit.
- Dessert salad: Sweet salad served as a dessert, using ingredients like jellies, whipped cream, wafers, and fruits.
- Chicken salad: Chopped meat and fat binder.
- Coleslaw: Shredded raw white cabbage.
- Egg salad: Anglo-American tradition of salad with high protein or carbohydrates mixed with seasoning and bound by an oil-based dressing.
- Potato salad: Boiled potatoes, with variations in different regions.
- Tuna salad: Mix of tuna, eggs, and mayonnaise or substitute.
Classifications of Salad According to Place in the Menu
- Appetizer salad: Served before the main course, refreshing and light.
- Main course salad: Green salad paired with cooked chicken, seafood, or meat, often served as a lighter entrée.
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