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Not all leafy greens are created equal - here's the definitive ranking of the best ones for you

Lydia RamseyDec 29, 2016, 15:13 IST

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When it comes to the leafy greens you put in your salads, some are a rank above the rest.

So which should you pick to justify the croutons, bacon, and tasty dressing that top your salad?

We're here to help. Using rankings from the CDC's 2014 list of "powerhouse foods," as well as the nutritional breakdowns of the veggies (pitting nutrients against higher calorie counts), we compiled the best, most nutritional greens for your salads.