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Ice Water Salad

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A salad of shaved vegetables tossed with shaved Parm and crushed walnuts in a speckled green ceramic serving bowl with...
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Kalen Kaminski, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

For shaved veg salads with the coldest crunch, submerge the cut roots and tubers in a big bowl of icy water. Instead of oxidizing or drying out, they'll get even crisper as they soak. The best news? You can do this step up to six hours in advance, perfect for when you're prepping for a big dinner party. Set yourself up for a stunning salad by using a mix of multicolored root vegetables, or keep it monochromatic if there’s a single standout at the market.

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