Any of various usually cold dishes, such as: a: raw greens (such as lettuce) often combined with other vegetables and toppings and served especially with dressing. b: small pieces of food (such as pasta, meat, fruit, or vegetables) usually mixed with a dressing (such as mayonnaise) or set in gelatin, a green vegetable or herb grown for salad, a usually incongruous mixture While the word tends to bring to mind a pile of lettuce and other vegetables topped with dressing, we can't forget that potato salad and chicken salad exist. There really is no limit to what one can put on or in a salad. Some folks (especially Southerners) might even argue that marshmallows are an acceptable ingredient. A tortilla chip topped with melted cheese and often additional savory toppings (such as hot peppers or refried beans) Interestingly, the dictionary definition is for the singular "nacho" and not the plural "nachos." While you certainly can eat one nacho, would you? A tortilla chip topped with cheese is definitely not a salad-but our debate is focused on the dish as a whole, not its components. Nachos are often, but not always, considered a finger food. Dressing is not involved in the nacho-making process. Before you start typing out your argument, remember: Cheese, sour cream, and salsa are all toppings.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.