"To make a good salad is to be a brilliant diplomatist -- the problem is entirely the same in both cases. To know exactly how much oil one must put with one's vinegar.”
Oscar Wilde
Having transformed England's "School Dinners", perhaps we can use some of Jamie Oliver's recipes. They emphasize nutrition without compromising taste bud appeal. This one from "Cook with Jamie" really appeals to me, especially because the traditional lettuce salad has little nutritional value:
This Salsa Verde recipe could be used for a straight forward no-heat recipe for a dip to accompany the crudites and corn chips. The tomatillos could be roasted whole, whether fresh or canned. Minimal or no jalapeño could be added.