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The combination of acidic French dressing and creamy mayonnaise creates a balanced emulsion that coats vegetables without making them soggy. Grating and shredding vegetables increases surface area for better dressing adhesion while maintaining textural contrast. The acid in the dressing helps preserve the bright colors of the vegetables and prevents enzymatic browning of the apple.
All vegetables can be prepped up to 4 hours ahead and stored separately in airtight containers lined with paper towels in the refrigerator. Combine vegetables and add dressing no more than 30 minutes before serving to maintain optimal texture and prevent sogginess.
Store undressed vegetables separately from dressing in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Once dressed, consume within 2 hours for best texture, as the salad will become watery and limp when stored. This salad is not recommended for overnight storage.
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All vegetables can be prepped up to 4 hours ahead and stored separately in airtight containers lined with paper towels in the refrigerator. Combine vegetables and add dressing no more than 30 minutes before serving to maintain optimal texture and prevent sogginess.
Store undressed vegetables separately from dressing in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Once dressed, consume within 2 hours for best texture, as the salad will become watery and limp when stored. This salad is not recommended for overnight storage.