HealthJuly 15, 2026
mesclun
/ˈmɛsklən/
Definition
A salad mix consisting of a variety of young, small-leafed salad greens and herbs, often sold pre-packaged.
Etymology
The word comes from the Provençal word 'mesclar,' meaning 'to mix.' It entered English to describe a traditional salad mixture common in the Nice region of France.
In the news
The article mentions mesclun as a type of fresh produce linked to past outbreaks of the parasite Cyclospora, highlighting it as a potential source of foodborne illness.
Oklahoma State Department of Health confirms 56 cyclosporiasis cases, 6 hospitalizations
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