5 Salads for July 4th BBQs
Posted: | Categories: Substack Archives | Tags:substackWhen I go to parties, I’m usually asked to bring one of two things: salad or cupcakes. (Most of the time, I bring both!) After many years of schlepping all varieties of salads, I finally have the perfect method to arrive with a crunchy, mouthwatering salad everyone will want the recipe for. Here’s how to make it easy:
Chop everything the night before (save tomatoes for the day of)
Use heartier veg (cabbage, Brussels sprouts) as the base—they won’t wilt on the way or on a buffet table
Keep crunchy toppings (nuts, seeds, croutons, etc) separate until you arrive
Wait to dress until the last possible minute
I’ll normally prep the below salads in one of my big metal bowls, then pack the toppings and dressings in separate sealed containers (I love these). If you chop the veggies the night before, store with a damp paper towel so they don’t dry out. Then, in the chaos of leaving the house, you only have to grab the salad and dressing from the fridge, your container of crunchy toppings, and a pack of cupcakes from the freezer. Best guest ever!
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One of my favorite salads to make for a party, featuring minimal dishes and chopping.
Perfect for a large group (and it has filling grains)!
Because it’s basically a side of veggies (covered in a delicious dressing—that’s what makes it a salad in my eyes), this is a great veg for the BBQ.
A welcome pop of color for any gathering. Go ahead and double the cashew crunch for your snack.
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What are you making next week? Tell me in the chat!
