good day everyone this is lesson 5 preparing salad and salad dressing a menu is always incomplete without the inclusions of salad it is referred to as the king of dishes in some cultures this healthy dish is a must-have on all occasions salads have been part of human meal plan for years dating back to the times of roman civilization salads do not have a well-defined constitution or pattern though doled out as an appetizer on most occasions salads can also be served as side dishes main course palette cleansers or desserts salads are most popular today as healthy diet food and include everything from green leafy vegetables to rare seafoods the constituents of salad such as salad dressing seasoning and presentation differ from region to region [Music] we have three learning targets for today number one i can classify salad according to use ingredients and place in the menu number two i can identify solid ingredients according to a given recipe and number three i can identify the nutritional value of salad classifications of salad there are different classifications of silence letter a is according to use b according to ingredients and c according to place in the menu let's start with classification letter a according to use salads can be used in different ways number one as an appetizer two as a side dish three as a main dish and four as dessert [Music] as an appetizer [Music] salad as appetizer must contain light ingredients and stimulates the appetite which is its purpose as the first course of the meal [Music] salad as a side dish [Music] a salad is considered a side dish and comes with the entree number three salad as main dish main dish salads are usually heavy as they are meant to satisfy the appetite [Music] as dessert the purpose of this salad is to balance the tastes of the proceeding courses fruit salads or fruit gelatins are the kinds of salads served as dessert [Music] another classification of salad is letter b according to ingredients used number one garden salad it is also known as green salads or tossed salads garden salad is mostly for the vegan taste buds but there are exceptions the name comes from the fact that the salad appears to be completely green as majority of ingredients used are leafy veggies the salad can be divided into two parts the base and the dressing the base can be any leafy vegetables such as lettuce or cabbage while the dressing can be of any type the common dressing types are ranch dressing honey mustard italian dressing thousand island dressing french dressing or blue cheese dressing these salads are very low in carbohydrate content and are known as perfect diet foods they can be either tossed or pre-arranged in specific shapes [Music] number two vegetable salad this involves carrots cucumbers onions tomatoes and radishes moreover lot of external ingredients such as mashed potatoes pasta olives eggs cheese meat or even shrimps can be added to the salad however this type of salad is largely vegan and thus the name vegetable salad is also mostly used for starters [Music] 3. bound salad like the name suggests this type of salad is bound to stay together this salad is made of simple bases but the dressing used is thick and binding mostly thick sauces like mayonnaise are used as the dressing if a portion of a bound salad is served on plate it will not change its shape or decor bound salad can always be prepared and stored for later which makes it perfect for picnics and barbecue parties [Music] 4. dinner salad dinner salads are also known as entree salads it is mostly non-vegetarian and contain chicken pieces and seafood such as shrimps or prawns fish steak such as tuna or salmon can be utilized too sliced pieces of meat can again be used to dress the salad or be used as toppings this is considered as main courses and are heavy intake caesar salad and greek salad are the best dinner salads [Music] fruit salad this is pretty common delicacies which involve fruits instead of vegetables fruit salad is very sweet in taste and can be made from fresh or tang fruit the fruit contained in fruit salad is in large pieces than in fruit cocktails however the recipe for the two is mostly similar sometimes fruit salad are dressed with ice creams or syrups [Music] dessert salad this is again a sweet salad that is served as a dessert dessert salad is considered salad not by constituents they contain but by the way of presentation such salad mostly employ jellies whipped creams wafers and some fruits as their major ingredients [Music] 7 chicken salad this is a kind of salad composed primarily of chopped chicken meat and a fat based binder such as mayonnaise or salad dressing coleslaw this is a salad consisting primarily of shredded raw white cabbage egg salad this is a high protein or high carbohydrate food mixed with seasonings in the form of spices herbs and other foods and bound with an oil-based dressing [Music] potato salad it is a dish made from boiled potatoes that comes in many versions in different regions of the world [Music] tuna salad this is a blend of typically three main ingredients tuna eggs and some form of mayonnaise or mayonnaise substitute such as mustard serbian salad this is a vegetable salad usually served during summer with roast meat and other dishes last classification is according to place in the menu number one appetizer salad two as main course salad three salad bars and 4 garnishes appetizer salad this salad serves as an appetizer before the main course of a meal salads are light and refreshing and therefore a good lead-in for the more substantial foods that follow the quick preparation of salads also makes them an easy way to keep diners satisfied while their main course are being prepared [Music] main course salad this salad gains an important purpose on the menu green salads paired with portions of cooked chicken seafood or meats are a great way for chefs to create lighter entrees one common example of a main course salad is a caesar salad topped with grilled chicken breast extremely popular on lunch menus these main course salads may combine hot and cold elements on the same plate [Music] silent bars these have become a fixture in american casual dining and fast food restaurants often called buffets also they are popular with diners because they offer variety choice and custom salad creations restaurant operators find salad bars attractive because the ingredients are relatively low cost and the self-serve format saves labor costs the key to a successful salad bar is a large variety of attractively displayed ingredients solid bars should be designed for easy access while still maintaining sanitary conditions maintaining the proper temperature of food on display is [Music] essential garnishes this add a bright touch of color and texture for added appeal tomato wedges crisp cucumbers onion rings and vegetable steaks are examples of garnishes nutritional value of salad leafy green vegetables are nutrient rich because leaves contain the light catching energy converting machinery of plants salad greens contain vitamin a vitamin c beta-carotene calcium folate fiber and phytonutrients leafy vegetables are a good choice for a healthful diet because they do not contain cholesterol and are naturally low in calories and sodium many of the health benefits that leafy greens provide come from phytonutrients unique compounds that provide protection for plants these compounds are becoming recognized as part of a nutritious diet that promotes long-term health phytonutrients can act as antioxidants which help to prevent chronic diseases like cancer and heart [Music] disease for csma values integration we have learned that salads have no defined constitution or pattern salads are made up of a variety of different ingredients but when mixed together we can create a dish with harmonious blend of taste the preparation of salad teaches us unity in diversity each of us are individuals with different characteristics and it is important to recognize and celebrate each other's differences be kind to yourself and others by doing so we can create a healthy environment not just for ourselves but for other people as well this is one way of making our world a better place for all of us that's it for today and have a nice day [Music] bye you