Looking for a veggie-packed party app?
Hop onto the salad board trend.
Mix and match lettuce cups with bite-size toppers and salad dressings.
Credit:Kelsey Hansen. Food Stylist: Annie Probst
Food Stylist: Annie Probst
Charcuterie boards have been party staples for years, and we can see why.
We can’t get enough of the selections of meat, cheeses, olives, and more.
It’s the perfect recipe for entertaining because everyone can pick their favorites.
But with summer and warmer weather here, we wanted a refreshing and vibrant take on theclassic cheese board.
We’re swapping the meats and cheeses for lettuce, veggies, andsalad dressing.
Don’t forget the croutons!
What Are the Elements of a Salad Board?
Here’s a quick look at what you’ll need to build a salad board at home.
Choose a large board to serve as the base.
We love the look of rustic wood against green of the lettuce and colorful veggies.
Lettuce
There are so many different lettuces that work when making a salad board.
Choose lettuce varieties that naturally form cups and vessels.
you’re free to even cut iceberg lettuce or romaine into small wedges for dipping.
Veggies
Get creative with your favorite veggies, or whatever’s freshest at the farmers market.
Toppings
There are a few different types of toppings that make a great salad board.
Dressings
Use whatever dressings you like.
We like to include a variety of both creamy dressings and vinaigrettes.
Try Green Goddess, Italian Vinaigrette, orRanch Dressing.
There’s no need to make homemade dressingsbut we’re including our favorite recipes if you’d like.
