Enjoying a spring salad is an excellent way to dispel the memories of winter and invite the sunshine of a new growing season into your kitchen.
Early spring is also the season for growing lettuce, if you enjoy gardening and have the time. Salads can become a meal or an accompaniment to grilled meat and fish.
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