Introduction

1. Tossed Salads

Definition and Characteristics: What makes a salad a tossed salad?
Examples of Tossed Salads:
- Caesar Salad: Origins, typical ingredients, and a quick recipe.
- Green Salad: Description, variations, and a recipe for a Strawberry Spinach Salad.
- Greek Salad: Ingredients, traditional style, and a simple recipe.
- Fattoush: Ingredients, cultural significance, and how to make it.
- Niçoise Salad: Description, traditional ingredients, and a modern recipe.
Tips for Making Tossed Salads: Best practices for preparation and dressing.

Definition and Characteristics: What distinguishes composed salads from other types?
Examples of Composed Salads:
- Cobb Salad: Ingredients, origin, and step-by-step recipe.
- Wedge Salad: Characteristics, how it’s served, and a recipe for Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing.
- Insalata Caprese: Traditional ingredients, presentation tips, and a simple recipe.
Serving Composed Salads: Tips for arranging and serving for aesthetic appeal.

Definition and Characteristics: Explaining the basics of bound salads.
Examples of Bound Salads:
- Chicken Salad: Variations, common ingredients, and a basic recipe.
- Ambrosia Salad: Description, typical ingredients, and how to make it.
- Waldorf Salad: History, classic ingredients, and a contemporary recipe.
Occasions for Bound Salads: Best settings and events to serve bound salads.

Health Benefits: Discussing the nutritional content of different types of salads.
Considerations: Calories, dressing choices, and tips for making healthier salad choices.

Innovative Combining: Mixing different salad types for creative dishes.
Seasonal and Local Ingredients: How to choose the best ingredients based on seasonality and locality.
Dressing Pairings: Ideas for homemade dressings to enhance different types of salads.