A1NounFeminine
l' insalata
salad
/een-sah-LAH-tah/
Plural: insalate
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What does ‘insalata’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Ordino un'insalata mista come contorno.
I order a mixed salad as a side dish.
Condisco l'insalata con olio, sale e aceto.
I dress the salad with oil, salt and vinegar.
About This Word
In Italy, salad is typically eaten as a 'contorno' (side dish) alongside the main course, not as a starter. Dressing is simple: olive oil, salt, and wine vinegar.
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