Having been cultivated for at least 1500 years, it's one of the oldest greens. Radicchio is a ruby red head with white veins. It has a bitter taste and so is combined with milder greens. While arugula, chervil, endive, and lettuce are the classic Mesclun ingredients, anything goes. Mesclun can be simple or complicated, mild-tasting or zesty.
Greens actually come in a wide variety of colors, textures, shapes, and flavors.
Wash well before serving because there may be some soil on the leaves. Try a salad dressing made from white wine or Balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. Selection Look for greens that are not wilting or yellowing to ensure freshness. They are usually sold pre-mixed and bagged for you, loose in baskets, or bunched individually. Have fun by experimenting with a variety of greens to find the right flavor and textures for your salad and cooking needs.