mesclun

[mes-kluh n] /ˈmɛs klən/

noun

a salad consisting especially of young, tender mixed greens.

Origin of mesclun

1985-1990

1985-90; < French, < mescler to mix

Can be confused

mescaline, mesclun.

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Toss the string beans and mesclun with enough dressing to moisten.

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