1. Something Green (spring mix, watercress, spinach, romaine, any of a number of lettuces, herbs, etc.)
2. Something Sweet (carrot, pear slices, tomatoes, apple slices, berries, grapes, dried fruit, roasted red peppers, etc.)
3. Something Crunchy (toasted pine nuts, sliced almonds, pecan or walnut halves, croutons, canned French fried onions, etc.)
4. Something Tangy (crumbled feta, blue cheese, or goat cheese)
5. Something to Dress It Up (as simple as oil and vinegar, to as complex as you like with your chosen salad combination)