Salad Secrets (5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid)
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- Опубліковано 15 тра 2024
- Salad Secrets (5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid)
Lemon Vinaigrette
15g (1 Tbsp) lemon juice or vinegar of your choice
10g (2 tsp) Dijon mustard
30g (2 Tbsp) olive oil
In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, mustard, and a generous pinch of salt until mustard is completely dissolved. Slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking constantly. Taste and add more oil as needed. Re-whisk before using.
Salad
Feel free to improvise, but here is what I used in the video:
5 oz (140g) leafy greens
Cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, red onions
1 pita coated in 2 tsp olive oil, sprinkled with za’atar*, baked at 350F (175C) until crisp, 6-7 min, and chopped
Toss with dressing and serve immediately.
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Not enough salt
Freshly squeezed lemon
Wet lettuce
Small chunks of onions
Dont let the salad wilt
Use a big bowl
The hand is the best tool to mix veggies
Thank you ma'am for the tips!
That’s “don’t use wet lettuce” btw! I got really confused by this comment for a sec haha
Us chefs add salt to almost everything and often in multiple steps of a dish. Knowing when to use it and how much, is a big part of cooking.
It's tricky too because too much makes a dish inedible.
a big part of having to take high blood pressure meds all your life, as well.
@@joeschmo7957 unless you have IBD like me which causes dysautonomia, which is POT like symptoms (fainting easily). I have to eat lots of salt
What is POT? Thanks
What is POT? Thanks
“Rookie mistakes” is a perfect series!
So a biography of my life then!
Mine too.😆
You are the reason my salad dressing was perfect ....it seems I wasn’t putting enough salt but had no idea that alone would fix the problem.....seriously I’ve been making dressings for years....thank you so much..it was THE most delicious EVER
Congrats on your salad success :)
Are you the Bob in the scenario mentioned? If you're another Bob then that would be hilarious 😂
Brilliant Helen! Under seasoning is probably the biggest mistake I see people make in the kitchen.
Dear Helen, I love this subject! as any french person I LOVE vinaigrette :)
I have come across 2 tips that were game changing for me :
- for a less tangy vinaigrette (by the book french vinaigrette ratio is 1 measure vinegar, 2 measures oil), just add water instead of oil!
I've been told that is how italians do, it helps soak all veggies in sauce.
- for a fluffy vinaigrette, start with the mustard and salt, THEN the oil bit by bit, and beat until desired consistency. My aunt's almost
ressemble a mayonnaise! Then you carefully add the vinegar, to keep this nice thickness.
bonus tip : for a "Lyon" style vinaigrette, add fresh garlic - perfect for salads with bitter ingredients or meat! (Lyon is a city famous for their unique bistrot style)
Merci Nathalie !!!!
Thanks for this.
"If you don't want to squeeze a lemon, just use vinegar."
If you don't want to squeeze a lemon, get outta here!
Haaaaaaa haaaaaaaaaa
@@pinchebruha405 isn't that spelled Bruja lol?
Lol
@@bearlytraincot4131 bruja-Spanish. Bruha-Filipina
“if this is not your first time watching this channel you probably know what that secret ingredient is, right?” ..... aaaah in a moment of doubt/panic I changed my answer to pomegranate molasses 😹
Hah. Nicely played, if the wrong answer.
I thought it was the soy reduction lol
I said salt......amazed I was correct !
Toning down the onion in the dressing is a great idea, Thanks
I have made my own salads for many many years and been in the kitchen since I was a kid. Your tips are right on the money and include many things I learned by trial and error. For those just learning. Try things out and see what happens. You learn by doing.
I save a small jar (e.g. mustard jar) and add my dressing ingredients in it. Instead of whisking, I just close the lid and shake it up!
Same here Genie. Then you can keep any extra in the fridge or take the bottle to the table for extra dressing lovers!
The Jamie Oliver method. Where did you learn it?
I learned about this method from my mom. She would mix dressings this way when we were family camping....keeping gear to a minimum. Also I am a big Alton Brown fan...every gadget has to do at least three things! And I’m 70 now, so Mom would have been doing this during the 50’s.
@@janwoodward7360 Dankeschön for your answer. I like the jam jar method as well. And keeping it basic in the vinaigrette: oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, Just like my mother used to make it. As children, we never had to be told to eat salat. We just did.
@@worldlit1146 yes, here also, my german mom used vinegar if we were out of lemon, always a pinch of sugar.
THIS IS THE GREATEST HOW TO SALAD VIDEO. IT'S THE ONE I'VE HUNTED FOR. Pardon me for shouting I was just so excited.
Yes I could hear you from here! I’m in Australia lol
I read some words but heard nothing.
@@sf55514 🤣😄
I like pickled onions in a salad. They’re pink.
Same i also love pickled beets,radishes, carrots etc.
Me too!! And, I've recently just discovered marinated onions. Yum!
Gotta try this
I was the Lead Cook at a hospital that had pretty pitiful food.
After about a year in, working with my boss and retooling the menu a bit here and there, our salad bar was a hit with everyone. A Coworker pulled me aside one day and asked me "What did you do to make the salads so much better?"
I simply said "A little salt and pepper goes a long way on a salad...."
She thought I was crazy but it obviously was working haha.
Yep. I don't add salt but I add muffaletta and black pepper to my lettuce and likely toss it in a small amount of dressing. Then I add my salad topping (cheese and meat) that's been marinated in dressing. My salads are flavorful and borderline addictive
Just found YOU last week.
Been cooking 35 yrs.
It is nice to glean tidbits of other cooking styles.
Can't wait to explore your videos.
Great tips, Helen. Thanks. I've found a small splash of water can help soften a sharp vinaigrette. If you use a jar to shake all the dressing ingredients it emulsifies well.
I only discovered this channel a couple of weeks ago and I'm hooked.
Helen, thank you so much for the time, energy and effort you put in your videos. I love how down-to-earth and unpretentious you are. I hope you know, you are improving people’s lives, each and every video. It’s too bad you are not receiving the same type of monetary compensation other UA-camrs are. Keep plugging along and one day it will pay off financially (at least that is my hope).
"If you don't want people touching your food, don't eat out" thank you, from someone who worked in a cafe with an exposed kitchen.
That is so true 👍
@SylvanaForrester yea the requests lately are absurd, and plane ignorant. People don't want us handing them things directly, but don't realize I just touched there food while preparing it...
Always wanted to do a show on terrible customers in restaurants and retail because people are nuts! Seriously living in France it’s hilarious to see the difference in how they treat customers....haaaaaaa haaaaa they don’t tolerate peoples shit at all bye bye get out and never come back as they call the shops next door and say see that asshole walking out my store don’t let him in your store and there goes the keys doors and locks in your face!
It all depends on your public health authority, we are not allowed to touch food with our bare hands that’s what gloves are for
@@pinchebruha405 wow, hilarious
Her voice and accent are so soothing.
Brilliant. I love all these useful tips I learn from you, Helen! 😃
I love the way you explain things....
Oh Ms. Helen, I just love your accent.
Helen, this is all very welcome information - thank you!!
Wow Helen. I could actually taste all the layers of flavor and texture that you were adding to the salad. Youare treasure!
Helen, your sophistication and understanding of details is a blessing.
It's a very refreshing salad! Perfect for summer!
Perfect timing for this...we are getting beautiful lettuce varieties from our local farm markets. Your earlier video about washing and storing leafy greens is a lifesaver. Thank you, Helen.
For me, fresh garlic is essential in my vinegarette!
And finely minced onion
The heck do you live where you thought fresh garlic is a tip instead of common sense? 🤔
@@rubiirae Same place 83 other people live smart arse.
Parsley, coriandre, ciboulette, estragon for me
Yes! I use the grater.
I love your graceful enthusiasm. Enjoyed this!
Best video I’ve seen about making a salad. Thank-you!
Nicely plating..... Healthy one green salad
Incredible!
Perfect explanation!!!
Perfect tips for summer 👍
Loved the tips about paper towel the greens container from the grocery store
I love your style (dishware) and fantastic that you showed that time worn pan when you oiled your pita. Those pans deserve respect for the way they have served us for years. Someday, some examples will be in all the big museums.
I cannot get enough of your videos! Thank you!
I just get sooo excited when I see that you uploaded a new video !
I just love her, she is so convincing. I can blindly take her words
What a fantastic food channel! Simply perfection.
You are s excellent at teaching! Your voice is uplifting not demanding like some. Thank you for your videos!
Thank you very much for your lesson .I prep food every day for my family,and every day you learn something new.From now one this will be the way how I’ll make my green leafy salad 😊
Thank you Helen! I made the leafy greens salad for my sister's birthday and she was a big fan!
That salad looks absolutely scrumptious 😋. Will definitely do it. Thank you.
Such a lovely energy! 💗
You are awesome! Thank you Helen.
Wow, who knew these little techniques would greatly improve my salads. Thank you so much for sharing this with us 👍
Thank you Helen. Always learn something from you.
Love your style. Fantastic tips delivered in your own captivating way. Thanks :)
The best explanation of the salad ! Thank you.
Great lesson! Thank you, Helen.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I really enjoyed it. I eat a salad everyday at lunch, so I can’t wait to put to use, what I learned. Thanks again!
I like the tip about using a salad spinner and paper towels. I like adding roasted spicy sweet nuts to a salad or roasted pumpkin seeds.
Parmesan crisps are good. Artichoke & or palm hearts are nice too..
Helen, you are an absolute treasure! I know that in my younger days, I made each of these mistakes. I would have made better salads sooner, if UA-cam was around earlier. Many thanks for all that you do!!
You are an amazing teacher, it shows that you love what you do, THANK YOU SO MUCH for being you!!!!!
Thanks, Helen!
I am SO happy I "stumbled" to this video! What a wonderful and professional presentation! I'm hooked!
Who doesn’t love this lady? I’ve learned a lot with her.
Thanks Helen ❤️🌷
So much luv your videos Helen!! Among the best on UA-cam . thank you
Stumbled on this. Subscribed. Why aren’t you famous? 😂❤️
I really love this channel so much!! I only found it a few days ago but I’ve been binge watching all of the recipes 😆 Thank you so much for such amazing videos! Your tips are perfect and the way you teach is incredible!!
Thank You Helen, what a great tips!
I love your presentation it's perfect
These videos are very relaxing, I enjoy them
Thanks for the salad dressing recipe. I'll try this next week after I get the Dijon mustard. Looks delicious! I've been eating mixed organic salad greens for 6 weeks now every day for lunch.
Helen you are great, I just discovered you site and have learned so much more about culinary arts. Stay safe!
Such a beautiful video, I enjoyed every minute of it! Thank you so much 😊 ❤️🙏
Thank you so much Madam Helen. Very informative love it
i LOVE salad, and am so excited to try these tips to create my own more often
You make everything look so good!!!
This salad is like May Poppins.. practically perfect in every way. Loooove that!
Wow… I just learnt so much about salad making!!!!! Thank you!
So happy to find your channel. Your presentation is so accessible and makes healthy food prep seem so simple and delightful.
I have learned several important lessons in just a few videos - first and foremost is the importance of balancing salt and acidity. I stumbled on the importance of salt in a salad during quarantine when I had the ability to make leafy salads just in time for lunch. YOU have taught me WHY it was so important.
Thanks for the tips. I appreciate your channel and love how you just dive into the video. Awesome 😎
You’re wonderful to watch and learn from. Thank you.
Great tips Helen! 👍
THIS IS ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT. EVEN THE COMMENTS ARE INSTRUCTIVE AND VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. A MUST SAVE VIDEO, DEFINITELY.
Another idea: sandwich mistakes.
I personally love sandwiches, however, consuming them as often as I do, I sometime make a bad one stuffing too much ingredients.
P. S.
Great instructional video! ☺️
use excellent bread.
Finely shredded iceberg lettuce, oil/vinegar/salt/pepper/oregano, or homemade Italian dressing w/o sugar in it. Very thinly sliced tomatoes too, but use as much as you like!
If using, always salt your tomatoes.
I just discovered your channel. It's great you explain / breakdown the recipes, along with your tips & techniques. Thank you!! I'll be subscribing!
Thanks for sharing good tips and I enjoy you sharing 🥰
Fabulous! Loved this vid. 🥬🥂
Love your videos and information for the home cook !
Really enjoy this Helen
This rookie learned a lot! Thank you! The heavy stuff first...brilliant. Thank you teacher! I think you are Mary Poppins.
This is brilliant! Thank you so much for sharing!
Well, looks like I'm gonna know how to make a killer salad for when my garden lettuce are ready!
Lady!, you are awesome.
No body, for whatever reason, dare to talk about salad. Salad, what’s to talk about, that’s easy.
Not true, and you prove them wrong.
Great episode.
Thank you.
This was a very good video on salads! I love it.
Thank you, I love salads🍴🍅💚
Oh my! Where have you been all my life! I'm just learning to eat and cook again after three years of cancer treatment and recovery. I need everything explained simply. Thank you!
Chose this quick video to watch before bed and was shocked to see my little town of Weston mentioned just 2 minutes in! Also, love Land's Sake, great organization run by awesome people
Thank you so much for this video. I love making salad. I hate wasting food. You just tought me so much, im so appreciative.
My new favorite teacher is Helen. Thanks
Just discovered your channel--OMG, you're great. Need to go back and start at the beginning.
First video of hers I have watched. Wonderful!
I recently read an article about Zaatar, bought some and was wondering how I was going to use it so thanks for the idea of putting it on pita for salads. Also, the bowl you used to make the dressing is Friendly Village and I have a complete set of those dishes...seeing this video must have been fate! Thank you so much for the great ideas!
This is the first video I've seen from this content provider.
EXCELLENT INSTRUCTIONS!
Helen Rennie makes it possible for everyone to enjoying incredibly delicious salads.
Thank you, for your OUTSTANDING SERVICE!
You are amazing...loved this video. Thank you.
The most relaxing voice ever
Excellent!