A collection of practical salad recipes and guidance aimed at home cooks presents sections on dressings, dinner, luncheon and bridge salads, salad sandwiches, and an index with space for notes. A preface argues for salads' health and aesthetic benefits, especially emphasizing fresh local produce and olive oil, and supplies important pointers on washing, chilling, nut preparation, and seasoning. Recipes are tested and proportioned for everyday use, with tips to keep ingredients crisp and cold and suggestions for originality and attractive presentation.