Salade composée, also known as composed salad, is a vibrant and versatile dish that combines a variety of fresh and flavorful ingredients to create a visually appealing and satisfying meal. Originating in France, this classic salad is a testament to the country's culinary prowess and has gained worldwide popularity for its ability to showcase the bounty of seasonal produce. Comprising a medley of colorful vegetables, succulent meats, and tangy dressings, salade composée is an ideal choice for both casual gatherings and elegant dinner parties.
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TUNA SALAD COMPOSéE
This recipe is a far departure from the mayonnaise-based tuna concoctions that Americans expect. Tuna (packed in olive oil, please) is mixed with peppers, fresh herbs and nuts and dressed in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and two types of mustard. It can sit in the fridge for up to three days, making it excellent picnic food or just a departure from the usual sad desk sandwich.
Provided by Toby Cecchini
Categories easy, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 5m
Yield About 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients well with a fork in a medium-size, nonreactive bowl. Taste and adjust the lemon juice and pepper. The salad can be made up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 383 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
SALADE COMPOSEE
Steps:
- Marinate kidney beans, zucchini, and mushrooms in vinaigrette for 20 to 30 minutes.
- At serving time, toss mixed salad greens in a bowl with vinaigrette and arrange around the edges of a large serving dish. Mound the beans in the center, and decorate base with groups of marinated mushrooms and zucchini interspersed with hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, chunks of tuna or other fish.
- Pour a bit more vinaigrette over all, sprinkle with chopped parsley or other herbs, and serve with French bread and a chilled rosé wine.
FRENCH SALAD- SALADE COMPOSEE
Julia Child says, "A handsomely arranged combination salad can be the solution for what to serve at an informal spur-of-the-moment meal. The trick is to toss all of the elements separately in vinaigrette, letting some marinate for 10-20 minutes if they need to take on flavor. Then ... arrange your work of art, each part of it is perfectly seasoned."
Provided by Caroline Cooks
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Marinate kidney beans, zucchini, and mushrooms in vinaigrette for 20- 30 minutes.
- At serving time, toss mixed salad greens in a bowl with vinaigrette and arrange around edges of a large serving dish.
- Mound beans in center, and decorate base with groups of marinated mushrooms and zucchini interspersed with hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, olives, anchovies, and chunks of tuna.
- Pour a bit more vinaigrette over all, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve.
- Cooking time is marinade time.
- Delicious with grilled olive-oiled French bread and a chilled rosé wine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.4, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 247.7, Sodium 816.1, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 6, Protein 34.2
SALADE COMPOSEE (MIXED SALAD)
Provided by Bryan Miller
Categories salads and dressings
Time 10h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- The day before, mix heavy cream and buttermilk. Leave it at room temperature (approximately 70 degrees Farenheit) covered with a cloth until it thickens (10 to 15 hours). Place in refrigerator.
- Wash and tear lettuce. Wash and slice celery, tomatoes and radishes.
- Peel apples and slice into thin wedges. Coat with lemon juice to prevent discoloring.
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- In separate bowl, mix mustard, cream, vinegar and sal t and pepper. Pour dressing over portions before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 610 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ARMENIAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD
Potato salad is the first food I remember eating, so I really do have a deep emotional attachment, but every so often, I crave something completely different-and this Armenian-style potato salad is completely different. And completely delicious. And, unlike American-style, completely safe left on a sunny picnic table for hours. Serve drizzled with more olive oil and garnished with more fresh mint.
Provided by Chef John
Categories No Mayo Potato Salad
Time 3h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Transfer sliced potatoes into a large pot with enough cold water to cover the potatoes by a couple of inches. Stir in 1 rounded tablespoon kosher salt and 2 ½ teaspoons dried mint. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and let cook until tender, about 15 minutes, checking every 5 to 6 minutes for doneness. Drain well.
- Transfer cooked potatoes to a large mixing bowl and let cool slightly.
- While potatoes cool, heat ¼ cup olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add red onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook and stir for just 1 minute. Turn off the heat and stir in remaining dried mint.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice into potatoes and toss gently with a spatula. Add green onions, red onion mixture, remaining olive oil, fresh mint, fresh parsley, salt to taste, black pepper, chili flakes, and cayenne. Mix with a spatula until combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled and flavors have melded, 3 to 4 hours.
- Unwrap; stir, taste, and adjust seasonings as needed to personal tastes. The salad almost always needs more salt stirred in once it's tasted after being chilled. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 734.2 mg
MAC SALAD
Hawaii's mac salad is not the summer standard of cookouts on the mainland (what locals call the rest of the United States). The pasta is cooked past al dente, until swoony and soft all the way through. In this version from the chef Mark Noguchi, Gooch to friends, there's a little punch-up of Tabasco and trace sweetness, like a sidelong glance, from grated carrots and a grace note of sugar. The marquee ingredient, of course, is mayonnaise. ''Just so you know, you'll be using a lot of mayo,'' Gooch warns. ''Obscene, guarantee-going-to-make-you-raise-your-eyebrow kine of lot." Yet somehow what you end up with is richness without weight, leavened by tang and salt. In Hawaii, a scoop would be served with a plate lunch, alongside rice and a main dish, like chicken katsu.
Provided by Ligaya Mishan
Categories pastas, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- If using taro, put on kitchen gloves and wash the taro. Bring 1 to 2 inches of water to a boil in a pot with a steamer insert, then put the taro in the insert and cover tightly with a lid. Steam until tender, about 3 hours. Transfer to a plate and let cool. Use a paring knife to remove the skin, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Fill a large saucepan with water and add a generous pinch of salt, so the water tastes like the ocean. Scrub the potatoes, then add to the saucepan - there should be just enough water to cover - and bring up to a simmer over medium-high heat. (Don't go for a roiling boil because you want to keep the potatoes intact.) Simmer until a paring knife inserted in the center goes in and out smoothly, 20 to 40 minutes. The potatoes should look barely translucent and have small cracks and a slightly crumbly texture on the surface. Drain carefully and turn out onto a sheet pan. When cool, peel and cut into 1-inch cubes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the eggs and cook for 10 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice and water. Replenish the boiling water, if needed, and add the macaroni. Cook until softened all the way through, at least 2 minutes past al dente. Drain well and immediately run under cold water to stop the cooking.
- When the noodles are cool, drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Peel the eggs and grate them on the large holes of a box grater. Add them to the bowl, along with the potatoes, taro (if using), carrot, mayonnaise, garlic salt, sugar, black pepper, apple cider vinegar and hot sauce. Mix well with a spoon and adjust the seasonings to taste. Eat immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around in the middle of cooking.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs will make a big difference in your salad.
- Choose a Variety of Colors and Textures: Aim for a salad that has a variety of colors and textures. This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
- Don't Overdress Your Salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Overdressing your salad will make it soggy and unpleasant to eat.
- Serve Your Salad Immediately: Salads are best enjoyed immediately after they are made. If you need to make your salad ahead of time, store the dressing separately and add it just before serving.
Conclusion:
Salade composée is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a salade composée that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give salade composée a try. You won't be disappointed!
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