Salad sandwich

Salad sandwiches are a type of sandwich that contains salad ingredients, typically lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. They are usually served cold, although some variations may be served warm.

The history of salad sandwiches is unclear, but it is believed that they originated in the United States in the late 19th or early 20th century. It is also believed that the salad sandwich was invented as a way to use up leftover salad ingredients.

The first known recipe for a salad sandwich was published in an 1896 cookbook called Salads, Sandwiches, and Chafing-Dish Dainties. This cookbook contained a recipe for a sandwich made with chopped lettuce, celery, and mayonnaise.

Advice

When making a salad sandwich, it is important to consider the type of bread you use. Opt for something that is soft and with a mild flavor, like a white bread or whole wheat bread. This will help the flavors of the salad shine. Additionally, you should use a creamy dressing, like a mayonnaise based dressing, to bind the sandwich together and help keep it moist. Finally, make sure to add plenty of toppings and crunchy vegetables for texture and flavor. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying salad sandwich.

Questions

What defines a salad sandwich?

A salad sandwich is a sandwich made with a variety of raw vegetables, usually including lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. It can also include other ingredients such as cheese, bacon, olives, or avocado. It is usually served on white or whole wheat bread and may be served with a dressing or mayonnaise.

Can a sandwich be a salad?

No, a sandwich cannot be a salad. A sandwich is typically made of two slices of bread with a filling in between, while a salad is typically a combination of raw vegetables and/or fruits.

Has Australia abandoned the salad sandwich?

No, the salad sandwich is still a popular meal in Australia. It is a common lunch option and is still popular in cafes and restaurants, particularly in the warmer months.

How do you make salad sandwiches not soggy?

To make salad sandwiches not soggy, spread a layer of mayonnaise or mustard on the bread before adding the other ingredients. This will help create a barrier between the bread and the wet ingredients, which will help keep the sandwich from becoming soggy. You can also use a toasted or grilled bread, and add the wet ingredients only at the last minute before serving.

What are the 5 types of sandwiches?

1. Grilled Cheese 2. BLT 3. Club Sandwich 4. Reuben 5. French Dip

What are the 5 basic types of salads?

1. Green salad 2. Caesar salad 3. Fruit salad 4. Potato salad 5. Greek salad

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Recipes

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Chickpea Salad Sandwich

  • salt
  • mayonnaise
  • avocado
  • tomato
  • alfalfa sprout
  • celery
  • green onion
  • parmesan cheese
  • garlic
  • chickpea
  • lemon juice
  • olive oil
  • tahini
  • butter lettuce
  • multigrain sandwich bread
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Tuna Salad Sandwiches

  • potato chip
  • salt
  • green onion
  • celery
  • sour dill pickle
  • parsley
  • dill
  • mayonnaise
  • black pepper
  • olive oil
  • tuna
  • lemon juice
  • ciabatta sandwich roll
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Greek Salad Sandwich

  • dijon mustard
  • pepper
  • salt
  • feta
  • sherry vinegar
  • onion
  • mint
  • cucumber
  • green pepper pepper
  • olive oil
  • mayonnaise
  • wheat english muffin
  • tomato
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Shrimp Salad Sandwich

  • salt
  • bay seasoning
  • mayonnaise
  • green onion
  • worcestershire sauce
  • celery
  • lemon juice
  • sandwich roll
  • iceberg
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Chicken Salad Sandwiches

  • pepper
  • celery salt
  • garlic
  • celery
  • mayonnaise
  • carrot
  • onion
  • paprika
  • rotisserie chicken
  • yellow mustard
  • wheat sourdough roll
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Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

  • green leaf lettuce
  • salt
  • radish
  • sprout
  • avocado
  • english cucumber
  • green onion
  • lime juice
  • cayenne pepper
  • chickpea
  • mayonnaise
  • yellow mustard
  • garlic
  • wheat pita
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Thai Basil Steak Salad Sandwich.

  • chili paste
  • fish sauce
  • ginger
  • mango
  • baguette
  • basil
  • honey
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • olive oil
  • cilantro
  • peanut
  • skirt steak
  • carrot
  • green onion
  • jalapeño
  • persian cucumber
  • garlic
  • gingered tahini
  • lime juice
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Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

  • salt
  • kale
  • lemon juice
  • dill
  • stone mustard
  • turmeric
  • chickpea
  • pepita
  • caper
  • vegan mayonnaise spread
  • wheat bread
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Tik Tok Grinder Salad Sandwich

  • mayonnaise
  • iceberg lettuce
  • beef steak tomato
  • ham
  • provolone cheese
  • oregano
  • black pepper
  • red chili flake
  • pepperoncini pepper
  • genoa salami
  • sopprasetta salami
  • salt
  • onion
  • bread italian loaf
  • parmesan cheese
  • red wine vinegar
  • garlic
  • deli pepperoni
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Salad Sandwiches with Ranch Spread

  • salt
  • salt
  • chive
  • dill
  • lemon juice
  • dijon mustard
  • avocado
  • shallot
  • english hothouse cucumber
  • mayonnaise
  • sugar
  • buttermilk
  • little gem lettuce
  • tomato
  • shallot
  • olive oil
  • butter
  • hard-boiled egg
  • white pullman bread
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Grinder Salad Sandwich

  • dijon mustard
  • red wine vinegar
  • oregano
  • iceberg lettuce
  • pepper
  • salt
  • parmesan cheese
  • marinated red pepper
  • olive tapenade
  • peperoncini
  • onion
  • chili flake
  • garlic
  • tomato
  • mayonnaise
  • pepperoni
  • muenster cheese
  • provolone cheese
  • swiss cheese
  • ciabatta roll
  • pastrami
  • ham
  • turkey
  • salami
  • sugar
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Egg Salad Sandwich

  • yellow mustard
  • mayonnaise
  • green onion
  • curry powder
  • dill pickle
  • bacon
  • egg
  • lettuce
  • salt
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The Best Egg Salad Sandwich

  • Optional Mix-ins
  • caper
  • calabrian chili
  • dill
  • bacon
  • hot sauce
  • celery
  • radish
  • pickle
  • onion
  • apple cider vinegar
  • garlic powder
  • paprika
  • salt
  • mayonnaise
  • black pepper
  • dijon mustard
  • green onion
  • romaine lettuce
  • egg
  • bread
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Deviled Ham Salad Sandwich Recipe

  • Deviled Ham Salad
  • yellow mustard
  • sweet gherkin
  • worcestershire sauce
  • black pepper
  • mayonnaise
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • cayenne pepper
  • clove
  • onion
  • honey
  • smoked ham
  • Assembly
  • butter
  • watercress
  • bread roll
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Chicken Salad Sandwich

  • chicken breast
  • dill
  • dijon mustard
  • lemon juice
  • green onion
  • grape
  • pecan
  • celery
  • mayonnaise
  • baguette
  • lettuce serve
  • salt
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Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich

  • arugula
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • chicken breast
  • soy sauce
  • mayonnaise
  • chili powder
  • curry powder
  • brown mustard
  • green onion
  • bread
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Guacamole Chicken Salad Sandwiches

  • garlic
  • jalapeño
  • rotisserie chicken
  • cumin
  • salt
  • cilantro
  • pepper
  • lime juice
  • avocado
  • multigrain bread
  • mayonnaise
  • pomegranate seed
  • green onion
  • cherry tomato
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Toasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches

  • radish
  • boston lettuce
  • green onion
  • mayonnaise
  • pepper
  • salt
  • caper juice
  • caper
  • dill pickle relish
  • french bread
  • butter
  • celery
  • rotisserie chicken

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
mayonnaise
celery
onion
green onion
black pepper
bread
lemon juice
garlic
olive oil
dijon mustard
parsley
dill
chicken breast
egg
arugula
butter
caper
pepper
tomato
red wine vinegar
yellow mustard
chili powder
white bread
chickpea
rotisserie chicken
lettuce
cilantro
brown mustard
avocado
radish
honey
ham
shallot
sugar
pickle
parmesan cheese
tahini
potato chip
carrot
english cucumber
lime juice
cayenne pepper
chicken
fish sauce
baguette
basil
jalapeño
mustard
watercress
hard-boiled egg
romaine lettuce
curry powder
garlic powder
bell pepper
yogurt
alfalfa sprout
tuna
tarragon
bay seasoning
worcestershire sauce
paprika
dill pickle relish
turkey
grape
soy sauce
lemon zest
iceberg lettuce
provolone cheese
oregano
chive
oil tuna
muenster cheese
boston lettuce
bacon
onion powder
pecan
cumin
solid
poached chicken
rye bread
ice
crème fraîche
kewpie mayonnaise
rice wine vinegar
milk bread
butter lettuce
multigrain sandwich bread
sour dill pickle
ciabatta sandwich roll
mesclun salad
health
feta
sherry vinegar
mint
cucumber
green pepper pepper
wheat english muffin
sandwich roll
iceberg
celery salt
wheat sourdough roll
green leaf lettuce
sprout
wheat pita
green olife
celery heart
red pepper flake
challah bread
hard
red
vegan dijon mustard
vegan mayonnaise
loaf white sandwich bread
almond
poppy seed
chili paste
ginger
mango
sesame oil
peanut
skirt steak
persian cucumber
gingered tahini
large hard egg
herb
sour cream
english muffin
mccormick gourmet hot madras curry powder
mccormick gourmet onion powder
english muffin bread
kale
stone mustard
turmeric
pepita
vegan mayonnaise spread
wheat bread
beef steak tomato
red chili flake
pepperoncini pepper
genoa salami
sopprasetta salami
bread italian loaf
deli pepperoni
english hothouse cucumber
buttermilk
little gem lettuce
white pullman bread
greek yogurt
rosemary
red leaf lettuce
sourdough bread
onion flake
pickle relish
dinner roll
marinated red pepper
olive tapenade
peperoncini
chili flake
pepperoni
swiss cheese
ciabatta roll
pastrami
salami
zest
walnut
turkey meat
inner celery
chunk light tuna
kalamata olife
green bean
vegan mayo
white potato bread
butter
turmeric powder
raisin
cashew
tandoori naan
greens romaine
dill pickle
calabrian chili
hot sauce
apple cider vinegar
white wine
half
sugar snap pea
thyme
biscuit
briny black
fennel
white pepper
milk
bay shrimp
crostini
sweet gherkin
clove
bread roll
smoked ham
apple
cranberry
foods mayonnaise
roll
lettuce serve
blue cheese
white wine vinegar
pumpernickel bread
chile powder
lump crabmeat
corn
italian parsley
amba
yellow onion peel
eggplant
kirby cucumber
pita
canola oil
multigrain bread
pomegranate seed
cherry tomato
caper juice
french bread

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • green onion

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 69%
  • mayonnaise 62%
  • celery 38%

Common Ingredients

  • onion 33%
  • green onion 25%

Usual Ingredients

  • garlic 20%
  • lemon juice 20%
  • olive oil 20%
  • black pepper 18%
  • dill 16%
  • parsley 16%
  • bread 15%
  • dijon mustard 15%
  • egg 15%
  • butter 11%
  • caper 11%
  • pepper 11%
  • red wine vinegar 11%
  • yellow mustard 11%
  • chickpea 9% See More
  • lettuce 9%
  • tomato 9%
  • white bread 9%