This salad book is based on a variety of fruits, veggies, pasta, rice, eggs, poultry, seafood and much more. The combination/principle of this book is to create healthy recipes with some that are quick and easy, and utilizing what you may have in leftovers. With the help of this book, you can create and utilize without waste, conserve by not overspending, and make entire meals by following these recipes. They are made up of what most average households have in stock. Your blender will be your right hand. All recipes are 6-8 servings, with the average salad cost being between $10-$20. More expensive salads, such as seafood and meat, will cost between $20-$25.The preparation time for many of these salads will be approximately 30 minutes, based on the average salad.Flavoring for any salad can be adjusted for personal taste preference. Garnishes can be adjusted by whatever is available-be creative! In 1986 when writing my first book, I experimented with many combinations. This book became very successful- with 4 editions, and had good reviews in Women’s magazines.These recipes are for anyone, with many type of different eating preferences such as vegetarian, kosher, low salt, low cholesterol, etc.