"The amount of times there was a recall on lettuce was actually crazy, to the point where their restaurant removed salads from its menus to avoid the stress and hassle the frequent recalls caused. Any chef knows salads are the worst, adding that there's often not enough time to wash the lettuce and that salads may sit out for too long."
"Across multiple restaurants they'd worked in, none washed their produce, not even one that had received a near-perfect health inspection score. These are both red flags that can lead to foodborne illness like Listeria, E. coli, and salmonella, as well as cross-contamination."
Restaurant industry veterans commonly skip salads when dining out due to significant food safety concerns. Lettuce recalls occur frequently, and many restaurants lack proper time and procedures to adequately wash produce or store salads safely. Industry insiders report that salads often sit out too long and may not be washed at all, even in highly-rated establishments. These practices create substantial risks for foodborne illnesses including Listeria, E. coli, and salmonella, as well as cross-contamination. Preparing salads at home provides better control over food safety and handling practices.
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