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!
@annafantasia
2 жыл бұрын
That’s “don’t use wet lettuce” btw! I got really confused by this comment for a sec haha
@A_Casual_NPC
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@sassykat2000
3 жыл бұрын
It's tricky too because too much makes a dish inedible.
@joeschmo7957
3 жыл бұрын
a big part of having to take high blood pressure meds all your life, as well.
@megancrager4397
3 жыл бұрын
@@joeschmo7957 unless you have IBD like me which causes dysautonomia, which is POT like symptoms (fainting easily). I have to eat lots of salt
@suzannesuzanadana1507
3 жыл бұрын
What is POT? Thanks
@suzannesuzanadana1507
3 жыл бұрын
What is POT? Thanks
@bobjolly7795
4 жыл бұрын
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
@helenrennie
4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your salad success :)
@mariannek6735
2 жыл бұрын
Are you the Bob in the scenario mentioned? If you're another Bob then that would be hilarious 😂
@Whatwhat3434
4 жыл бұрын
“Rookie mistakes” is a perfect series!
@jb7753
3 жыл бұрын
So a biography of my life then!
@illex759
3 жыл бұрын
Mine too.😆
@Passionforfoodrecipes
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Helen! Under seasoning is probably the biggest mistake I see people make in the kitchen.
@jean-pierrefritz3860
4 жыл бұрын
Toning down the onion in the dressing is a great idea, Thanks
@lovepilie
3 жыл бұрын
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)
@TheTamago
2 жыл бұрын
Merci Nathalie !!!!
@sumanmishra123
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this.
@charylliss1472
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@josephinehenry8236
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I could hear you from here! I’m in Australia lol
@sf55514
3 жыл бұрын
I read some words but heard nothing.
@charylliss1472
3 жыл бұрын
@@sf55514 🤣😄
@eb6195
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@jerrycash5606
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@israelelderishizzy
3 жыл бұрын
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 KZitemrs are. Keep plugging along and one day it will pay off financially (at least that is my hope).
@hanscrou8733
3 жыл бұрын
i cant remember hearing someone so pleasant on youtube
@richardk5246
3 жыл бұрын
I only discovered this channel a couple of weeks ago and I'm hooked.
@stooge81
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@franciscochaves3994
3 жыл бұрын
Wow Helen. I could actually taste all the layers of flavor and texture that you were adding to the salad. Youare treasure!
@yay-cat
4 жыл бұрын
“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 😹
@albertbatfinder5240
3 жыл бұрын
Hah. Nicely played, if the wrong answer.
@kullipla
3 жыл бұрын
I thought it was the soy reduction lol
@jbuggy3845
3 жыл бұрын
I said salt......amazed I was correct !
@madelinedelvalle3666
3 жыл бұрын
Oh Ms. Helen, I just love your accent.
@shilohk38
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@aking3624
3 жыл бұрын
Parmesan crisps are good. Artichoke & or palm hearts are nice too..
@reesespeanut4778
3 жыл бұрын
Her voice and accent are so soothing.
@jarrodderr
3 жыл бұрын
Stumbled on this. Subscribed. Why aren’t you famous? 😂❤️
@madrinamakes8863
3 жыл бұрын
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 KZitem was around earlier. Many thanks for all that you do!!
@paulafigueiredo1745
3 жыл бұрын
Who doesn’t love this lady? I’ve learned a lot with her. Thanks Helen ❤️🌷
@jessehenderson2967
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@Nicole-em9yo
Жыл бұрын
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
@MikeSmith-ch7jv
2 жыл бұрын
howdy Helen! I have learned so much form your videos! While watching this video i had to pause at the 1:50 mark, when you are talking about the box prewashed greens. I purchase my baby spinach from Costco like this. After the initial opening prep, when you put the unused portion in your refrigerator first place a paper towel on tope of the greens. And when storing in your fridge place up side down. This will allow you to keep the greens fresher longer with less waste. change the paper towel as needed.
@toddw6555
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, who knew these little techniques would greatly improve my salads. Thank you so much for sharing this with us 👍
@geniej2378
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@janwoodward7360
3 жыл бұрын
Same here Genie. Then you can keep any extra in the fridge or take the bottle to the table for extra dressing lovers!
@worldlit1146
3 жыл бұрын
The Jamie Oliver method. Where did you learn it?
@janwoodward7360
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@worldlit1146
3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@marliesyanke4580
3 жыл бұрын
@@worldlit1146 yes, here also, my german mom used vinegar if we were out of lemon, always a pinch of sugar.
@shanepasha6501
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@onitasanders7403
3 жыл бұрын
THIS IS ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT. EVEN THE COMMENTS ARE INSTRUCTIVE AND VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. A MUST SAVE VIDEO, DEFINITELY.
@jintzie1950jth
4 жыл бұрын
I like pickled onions in a salad. They’re pink.
@ramonanaya6236
3 жыл бұрын
Same i also love pickled beets,radishes, carrots etc.
@a.humphries8678
3 жыл бұрын
Me too!! And, I've recently just discovered marinated onions. Yum!
@darklord6900
3 жыл бұрын
Gotta try this
@worldlit1146
3 жыл бұрын
Washing salad is actually recommended. Dankeschön for the video.
@evelynwaugh4053
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah. No way would I consume whatever they triple washed the greens in (bleach?). Better to be safe than sorry.
@worldlit1146
3 жыл бұрын
@@evelynwaugh4053 True, it also recommended because of bacteria.
@patriciasantoro6527
4 жыл бұрын
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.
@SR-mv2mf
2 жыл бұрын
My new favorite teacher is Helen. Thanks
@trublgrl
3 жыл бұрын
"If you don't want to squeeze a lemon, just use vinegar." If you don't want to squeeze a lemon, get outta here!
Brilliant. I love all these useful tips I learn from you, Helen! 😃
@eeee8479
3 жыл бұрын
You’re so engaging, I love it! And you accent is beautiful.
@janeforever
3 жыл бұрын
This is a FANTASTIC video. The only problem I have is my hubby doesn't care for vinaigrette type dressings. This 1 looks so delicious though I think I'll have to spring it on him. And next time we visit southern MA & our grandkids maybe we can make it to Boston. Between a class fron you & visits to Milk Street kitchen & ATK, I think I'd be in food heaven.
@TSmith72110
3 жыл бұрын
The most relaxing voice ever
@SolvitaLux
2 жыл бұрын
Helen, your sophistication and understanding of details is a blessing.
@gilgemash
3 жыл бұрын
I love your accent. (Reminds me of Valentina Lisitsa, too) love your salad dressing...thanks & hugs from London 😷 🌈
@LovingAtlanta
2 жыл бұрын
👍🤩It’s so simple but absolutely helpful info. Thank you. 🙏💝
@shivasgirl1609
3 жыл бұрын
Oh Why didn't I find this video years and years ago. "A few glugs" makes so much more sense to me than 10ml or 16grms or whatever. I am now excited to go make a because I a. know what to do and b. what NOT to do and that a "glug" is considered an actual measurement. Thank you, Helen Rennie!
@aking3624
3 жыл бұрын
This salad is one of my favorites. It takes a few tries to get it perfect! After a while, you can make a few adjustments for a bit of variety...😋😃 Fresh lemon juice & zest & a good quality olive oil are my go to favs!!
@maxpowers9129
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I never knew to salt salad. I was trying to learn to cook by following recipes, and no one ever mentioned adding salt to the salad. I thought the dressing was always supposed to take care of that sort of problem. I started directly salting my salads because of you and it has been a game changer. I don't need to drown my salad in dressing to choke it down anymore. I can actually enjoy a salad without any dressing now, when before eating salad was a chore I had to force myself to do.
@g.b.2806
3 жыл бұрын
KZitem just recommended this to me. Watching it made me realise that my mother taught me well.
@jeetsingh-mz2fl
4 жыл бұрын
Nicely plating..... Healthy one green salad
@Hathoney
Жыл бұрын
I love this woman
@thendrix58
4 жыл бұрын
I love the trick of putting the onions in the dressing first! I will try that next time. Thank you so much for your videos! Hugs from Louisiana!
@yay-cat
4 жыл бұрын
in that Samin Nosrat book she says that you should “macerate” your onions in vinegar to take the edge (burn?) off ( salt fat acid heat book). It’s a great plan to just put the onions straight into the dressing though 😺
@thendrix58
4 жыл бұрын
@@yay-cat Noted & appreciated! Thanks!!
@dennisdawson9896
4 жыл бұрын
You are s excellent at teaching! Your voice is uplifting not demanding like some. Thank you for your videos!
@ornelabeshiri8789
3 жыл бұрын
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 😊
@m3llytan
6 ай бұрын
Played this video expecting just a few tips, but it ended up being a masterclass. Thank you!!!
@benaviberkowitz2115
4 жыл бұрын
"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.
@yumkitchenshow
4 жыл бұрын
That is so true 👍
@benaviberkowitz2115
4 жыл бұрын
@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...
@pinchebruha405
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@dcwatashi
3 жыл бұрын
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
@benaviberkowitz2115
3 жыл бұрын
@@pinchebruha405 wow, hilarious
@kated3165
3 жыл бұрын
Well, looks like I'm gonna know how to make a killer salad for when my garden lettuce are ready!
@theclassroomdoc
3 жыл бұрын
This salad is like May Poppins.. practically perfect in every way. Loooove that!
@magicmage2553
3 жыл бұрын
For me, fresh garlic is essential in my vinegarette!
@susananderson9619
3 жыл бұрын
And finely minced onion
@rubiirae
3 жыл бұрын
The heck do you live where you thought fresh garlic is a tip instead of common sense? 🤔
@mrdjr6544
3 жыл бұрын
@@rubiirae Same place 83 other people live smart arse.
@princesse523
3 жыл бұрын
Parsley, coriandre, ciboulette, estragon for me
@ElizabethRodriguez-pn7bk
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! I use the grater.
@tigertrio
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for a wonderful video!!! Hella from Denmark
@supersosiska
4 жыл бұрын
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! ☺️
@notaclue822
3 жыл бұрын
use excellent bread.
@anti-ethniccleansing465
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@3xsxs953
3 жыл бұрын
If using, always salt your tomatoes.
@jamesderbesnola
4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on a wonderful series of videos. You really put a lot of thought and explication into each one. FYI, as I understand it, the root for the word "salary" comes from the word "salt." In the Roman Empire, one portion of a soldier's wages (salary) enabled him to buy salt.
@drasco61084
3 жыл бұрын
I've found shaking the box salad mix helps it last longer too. After you've served some, shut it well and hold the lid and container together, turn it upside down and shake it (not too rough). Distributes the condensation instead of just having water sitting in the same spots which causes it to rot faster. Try to eat salad with every meal when you buy it! Your bowels need fiber..
@nataliajessen776
10 ай бұрын
The best explanation of the salad ! Thank you.
@kjmwtube
2 жыл бұрын
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!
@janetcorey5102
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@jacenath8197
3 жыл бұрын
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!!
@sharinmythoughts2510
3 жыл бұрын
Helen, I love you 💖💖💖💖 I absolutely love watching you, And hear you explain the way you do..... God bless you and keep you and prosper you all the days of your life 🔥🔥🔥 From California with love 🇺🇲💖🇺🇲💖🇺🇲💖💖💖
@HongKitchen
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing good tips and I enjoy you sharing 🥰
@TestTest-eb8jr
4 жыл бұрын
I love the way you explain things....
@dianapfeiffer2755
3 жыл бұрын
I am SO happy I "stumbled" to this video! What a wonderful and professional presentation! I'm hooked!
@niveditatripathy5680
3 жыл бұрын
I just love her, she is so convincing. I can blindly take her words
@hollydenman2929
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@b.walker5955
3 жыл бұрын
This rookie learned a lot! Thank you! The heavy stuff first...brilliant. Thank you teacher! I think you are Mary Poppins.
@klg642002
2 жыл бұрын
You are an amazing teacher, it shows that you love what you do, THANK YOU SO MUCH for being you!!!!!
@pattihuke2992
4 жыл бұрын
Loved the tips about paper towel the greens container from the grocery store
@dollyschwall8537
2 жыл бұрын
Thanking you for recipe
@ThePrimeMinisterOfTheBlock
3 жыл бұрын
Back in the day I was taught to take the "bite" out of raw onion by giving the sliced onion an ice water bath for a few minutes before incorporating them into the salad. Curious to know if this is common in the industry or just a whim of my chefs?
@lisamarieashby2523
3 жыл бұрын
I have heard that putting onions in cold water to make it possible to not cry when chopping them up.
@oxoelfoxo
2 жыл бұрын
oh, the tip given to me was to soak in vinegar and water, which I now like to do
@wmbrice
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Helen!
@L.C.Sweeney
2 жыл бұрын
I finally found a good chef actually explaining how to cook and apply logic to it. I'm so bored of all these great cooks simply telling me how to make something but not explaining the process.
@pinkpluot
4 жыл бұрын
“Do as I say, not as I do” 😂
@ElizaDolittle
3 жыл бұрын
great tips!
@carolwoodward6141
3 жыл бұрын
Loved that you made the vinaigrette in a Friendly Village bowl. That is one of the transferware patterns that I collect. It is my favorite.
@heatherderganc5984
3 жыл бұрын
Me too! I have my Mom’s set❣️
@carolwoodward6141
3 жыл бұрын
@@heatherderganc5984 💕
@mikerupp2312
3 жыл бұрын
I love your presentation it's perfect
@samrat6720
2 жыл бұрын
These videos are very relaxing, I enjoy them
@tomf3150
4 жыл бұрын
Spring onion, a small shallot, garlic, olive oil and red wine vinegar, salt & pepper.
@debmurray2734
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@johnwalsh1648
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@rulaabiantun1485
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Helen, that salad you made is called fattouch in Lebanese cuisine, it is delicious . Some people fry the pieces of bread as they stay crunchy with the dressing, but I prefer your version ( healthier). Thank you for all the tips 🥰🥰👍
@helenrennie
4 жыл бұрын
Yay -- I am so glad someone recognized that it's a fattoush salad :)
@kateym2198
3 жыл бұрын
Delightful lady; extremely helpful advice
@stefanmangner7394
3 жыл бұрын
Great Video. Compliment.
@EricsonHerbas
4 жыл бұрын
I just discovered your channel. It's great you explain / breakdown the recipes, along with your tips & techniques. Thank you!! I'll be subscribing!
@etcot8220
2 жыл бұрын
Good advices. Its almost exactly how I do my salad.
@vincesmith4857
3 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy this Helen
@michaelmoore9175
4 жыл бұрын
Helen you are great, I just discovered you site and have learned so much more about culinary arts. Stay safe!
@davidb8865
4 жыл бұрын
Helen, when are you going to write a book? Thank you for this channel
@judymcwhirter3265
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you
@marilynluiken8364
2 жыл бұрын
I have been learning this method - appreciated your comments and instructions. I find that making that dressing in bottom of my large bowl and adding the ingredients with greens at the top helps. It can sit a bit while I am finishing up the rest of my meal. Using my hands I toss at the last minute and everything is ready. My sister told me about Debbie Meyer green bags and I have been using them for storage of my greens - that sure keep fresher in them. I've just come across your channel and love it!
@sunshinydayz1
Жыл бұрын
Your voice is calming
@robinhaussmann5335
Жыл бұрын
Wow! She must have a salad. Phd. Amazing !!👍👌
@HowToCuisine
4 жыл бұрын
Perfect tips for summer 👍
@kimmdesignstudio5933
3 жыл бұрын
Great tips Helen! 👍
@QueenOfAfrica
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips. I appreciate your channel and love how you just dive into the video. Awesome 😎
@000585677
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Helen! I made the leafy greens salad for my sister's birthday and she was a big fan!
@gailmarie1961
3 жыл бұрын
Loved it....great tips!! only thing for me is I need a ratio of 1:3 at least or even 1:4 lime juice or vinegar to oil.... and a bit of grated onion works wonders on any salad dressing! Also add a tiny bit of something sweet (sugar, xylitol, honey) or using some sweet white balsamic vinegar from italy “condimento Bianco”! It is delicious!
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