Six of the best

A decent leaf salad with high-quality cheese.
Mesclun and goat's cheese, £4
wholefoodsmarket.co.uk
020 7368 4500
Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian

Masses of green crunch accompanied by a punchy chilli and coriander dressing.
Edamame Soya Bean, £2.10
marksandspencer.com
0845 302 1234 Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian

Peppers and onions give this bite, as does the fiery paprika dressing.
Mixed bean, £1.79
waitrose.com
0800 188 884 Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian

No hidden nasties (such as added sugar). Would benefit from a squeeze of lime.
The Best Moroccan Cous Cous, £1,19
morrisons.co.uk
0845 611 6111 Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian

The artichoke skins give a lovely nuttiness. A well balanced salad.
Wild Rice & Jerusalem Artichoke, £2.50
bakerandspice.com
020 8960 6567 Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian

More an antipasti than an insalata, but none the worse for it. Shallots add a pleasant sweet and sour tang.
Caponata di funghi, £1.17
carluccios.com
020 7580 3050 Photograph: Linda Nylind/Guardian