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To properly toss a salad place your greens in a bowl, drizzle dressing around the sides, then use your hands to gently lift and toss the salad, ensuring all the leaves are evenly coated with dressing while avoiding bruising or crushing the delicate greens; this method incorporates air for a light and fluffy salad texture.
Key points to remember:
Gentle tossing motion:
Lift and toss the salad with a light, tossing motion to avoid damaging the leaves.
Add toppings last:
For ingredients like croutons or nuts that can easily crumble, add them just before serving.
Use your hands:
Most chefs recommend using your hands to toss a salad as it allows for the most delicate and even distribution of dressing.
Drizzle dressing around the bowl:
Pour the dressing along the sides of the bowl instead of directly on top to ensure even coverage.