Description
An informative guide addressing common questions about salad preparation and serving.
Ingredients
- Base salad ingredients (as per your main recipe)
- Optional protein additions: chickpeas, white beans, or grilled tofu
- Optional grains: quinoa or farro
- Fresh herbs (recommended over dried)
- Optional: feta cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan version
Instructions
- For make-ahead preparation: Prepare all components separately
- Keep dressing separate until serving
- Assemble no more than 30 minutes before serving
- For vegan version: omit feta or substitute with nutritional yeast
- For a heartier meal: add protein sources and/or grains
Notes
- Best served when tomatoes are in season (summer)
- In-season tomatoes contain up to 30% more nutrients
- If using dried herbs, use 1/3 of the amount called for fresh
- Add dried herbs to dressing rather than as garnish
- Can be prepared ahead but assemble just before serving
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
Keywords: make-ahead salad, vegan adaptable, summer salad, fresh herbs, healthy salad
