green salad

noun

Meaning

A dish consisting primarily of raw leafy vegetables like lettuce, spinach, or arugula, often dressed with oil and vinegar.

Examples

  • He ordered a large green salad topped with cucumbers and tomatoes.
  • A simple green salad is the perfect accompaniment to a hearty pasta dinner.

Synonyms: tossed salad, leafy salad, garden salad, side salad