Salads, Dressings and Dips Quiz

Which ancient civilization is credited with being one of the earliest to consume mixed greens with dressing, resembling modern salads?

• Egyptian

• Chinese

• American

• Roman

What is the role of the "foundation" component in a salad?

• To add color and visual appeal

• To provide a contrast in texture

• To serve as the main source of flavor

• To form the base on which the other ingredients are placed

Which component of a salad is responsible for enhancing the overall taste and tying the ingredients together?

• Body

• Garnish

• Dressing

• Foundation

Which dip is made from pureed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic?

• Guacamole

• Hummus

• Salsa

• Tzatziki

Which component of a salad includes the meat?

• Garnish

• Dressing

• Foundation

• Body

Which is an example of a mayonnaise based dressing?

• Thousand Island

• Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Italian

• Oil and Vinegar

What element of a salad is placed on top to make it look more appealing?

• Garnish

• Body

• Croutons

• Foundation

True or False: When washing salad greens you should leave the lettuce in the water for a minute or two to let dirt or sand settle to the bottom.

• True

• False

After salad greens are washed they should be stored:

• In a bowl on the counter

• Loose in the refrigerator

• In a closed container In the refrigerator

• In the freezer in a bag

Which dip is often served with tortilla chips and is made from tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices?

• Spinach and Artichoke

• Hummus

• Salsa

• Tzatziki