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    Raise the Salad Bar

    Apr 04, 2023 4 minutes

    Everyone gets stuck in a salad rut, matching up the same greens, vinaigrette, and produce on autopilot. But you can make one that feels vibrant and varied simply by switching up the dressing and the way you prepare the embellishments. Pickle some carrots; roast others. Shave cheese so that it’s feathery or fry it until it crisps. Swap a portion of the lettuce for herbs. Read on to learn tricks for shaking up your routine.

    TAKE A BREAK FROM YOUR EVERYDAY VINAIGRETTE

    Even if you do nothing else, switching up the dressing can make greens feel new and interesting.

    POMEGRANATE-HONEY VINAIGRETTE

    MAKES ABOUT 1 CUP

    KEEPS FOR: 1 WEEK REFRIGERATED

    Bring and to boil in small, , , and until combined. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in until emulsified. Season with to taste.

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