This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 25, 2026 (27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ D
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SALAD as a word: A food made primarily of a mixture of raw or cold ingredients, typically vegetables, usually served with a dressing such as vinegar or mayonnaise; Especially, such a mixture whose principal base is greens, most especially lettuce.
SALAD has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 26, 2026.
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