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### What Could Those Black Specks Be?
Tiny black specks in salads could be harmless — or not. Here are a few possibilities:
#### 1. **Pepper or Seasoning**
Sometimes the simplest answer is correct. Cracked black pepper or dried herbs may look like specks, especially in dim lighting.
#### 2. **Soil or Grit**
Improperly washed greens may still contain bits of dirt, which can appear as dark specks.
#### 3. **Fungal Growth or Mold Spores**
If produce isn’t stored properly, it can develop **black mold spots**, which may not be obvious until you look closely.
4. **Insect Contamination**
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