It refers to the layer of ingredients placed on the plate to define salad and to provide color in contrast with the body.
BASE
5
It comprises of the main ingredients of the salad and considers as the focal point of the presentation.
BODY
5
It it enhances the flavors of the ingredients, improves palatability, and helps digestion. It is tossed together with the ingredients or may serve on the side.
DRESSINGS
5
A decorative item that adds eye appeal to the finished product, and it stimulates the diner’s appetite.
GARNISH
5
Ingredient in salad whose examples are Iceberg lettuce, Romaine lettuce, Boston lettuce, Biff lettuce, Napa cabbage, Spinach, Sprouts.
SALAD GREENS
5
Ingredient in salads, examples are meat (beef, ham), poultry, fish and shellfish, salami, luncheon meat, bacon, eggs (hard cooked), cheese, cottage cheese (aged or cured types).
PROTEIN FOODS
5
Ingredient in salads, examples are cilantro, parsley, sage, rosemary, basil, thyme.
HERBS
5
Ingredients in salad, examples rea apple, banana, berries, coconut, melons, oranges, papaya, peaches, pears, mangoes.