Salad is a mixed dish consisting of vegetables served chilled or at room temperature. Most salad dressings are based on oil-vinegar or creamy dairy bases. Word "salad" comes from Latin "salata" meaning "salted"
Lettuce was first domesticated by ancient Egyptians for oil production. Romans named it lactuca, which means "dairy" in Latin. By 50 AD, many types were described in medieval writings. By 18th century, many modern varieties were developed in Europe
Caesar Cardini invented the salad in Tijuana, Mexico on July 4, 1924. The salad was created when the kitchen was overwhelmed with ingredients. Original recipe used only Worcestershire sauce, not anchovies or herbs. The dish was originally prepared tableside by the chef
Simple summer salad featuring tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, bell pepper, feta cheese. Dressing combines olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, and dill. Salad typically doesn't include lettuce for crunchy texture
Lettuces belong to Lactuca sativa genus, named for white latex. Best grown in spring and early summer, available year-round in some climates. Salad greens offer wide range of textures, colors, and flavors
Traditional Greek salad (Horiatiki) contains tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, feta, and olives. Unlike American versions, it doesn't include lettuce. Pairs well with various main dishes like souvlaki and grilled chicken