Question

Salad vegetables are cut and placed in plain water. Why?

Answer 1

Answer:

Not only does soaking produce rid it of harmful germs or chemicals, but it can also be used to revitalize produce for a better taste and longer life. If you purchase local, organic fruits and vegetables that contain no chemicals or harmful preservatives, you can use warm water to rinse your produce.

Explanation:

Fun facts:

Through osmosis, water naturally moves from areas of low salt concentrations to areas of high salt concentrations. ... Consequently, the water in a leaf of lettuce that is soaking in salt water will migrate out of the lettuce leaving a mushy leaf behind.