I like a small amount of salt, olive or coconut oil and vinegar, or a squeeze of lemon juice, as the salad dressing. Orach combined with kale or Swiss chard and sprouts makes a great stir fry.

Either way, we have you covered. We explore some of the most common elements of what makes a good salad — greens, proteins, dressing and crunchy, creamy and acidic ingredients — and give you a ...