The arugula adds spice, crunch and color (watercress will work equally well).

These recipes also use hazelnuts with plums to add earthy crunch.

But coarse-grained sea salt does add crunch, and some varieties have other distinctive characteristics as well.

The endive's slight bitterness completes the flavors and adds crunch.

Kohlrabi, both white and purple, is great for adding crunch to the salad.

Chefs pay attention to textures, and many garnishes add crunch.

So do the sugar snap peas, which add sweetness and crunch.

They are studded with irregular chocolate bits and slices of almond, which add crunch to the recipe.

Iceberg lettuce is a common choice because it does not add too much flavour whilst adding crunch.

Don't forget kohlrabi, turnips and radishes for adding crunch to salads.