Prepare a variety of salad and dressing Flashcards
4 components of a salad
Base, body, dressing, and garnishes
It gives the definition to the salads placement on the plate or platter
Base
it is the main ingredient of the salad, this should be the focal point of the presentation as it is set on top of the base.
body
it is used to enhance the flavor, tossed with the body of the salad or served on the side.
Dressing
it adds texture, color and form to the salad.
garnishes
4 factors to consider in salad preparation
Color, texture, flavor, and shape
include ingredients of different _______ for eye appeal, different nutrients, and other healthful components.
Color
balance strong and mild flavors.
flavor
balance soft with crisp ingredients, juicy with crunchy, fibrous with smooth.
texture
cut ingredients in different ______, such as cubes, slices, shredded bits, and wedges.
shapes
to achieve perfectly beaten egg whites or whipped cream, use a sturdy whisk.
Balloon whisk
the most accurate way to measure dry ingredients.
Dry measuring cups
select a sturdy processor that is large enough to handle the volume of ingredients.
food processor
it is the fastest way to turn a clove of garlic into small bits.
garlic press
the most accurate way to measure liquid ingredients.
Liquid measuring cups