In this Swedish salad, cucumbers are pressed as part of the preparation.
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In this Swedish salad, cucumbers are pressed as part of the preparation.
Mandatory Credit: Westend61/Getty Images via CNN Newsource

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Once a simple dish of salted greens in ancient Rome, the salad has become a global staple — reflecting culture, creativity, and culinary identity around the world.