The trick is to mix a variety of flavors and textures with enough nutrition to sustain you through parades and fireworks alike. In these recipes, crispy romaine and marinated vegetables nestle up against savory grilled tuna. Crunchy carrots, earthy mushrooms and potatoes, and pungent tomatoes play off peppery lettuce and a tangy vinaigrette.
Crusty bread stars in one version, a spicy antipasto mix in another.
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