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A family of vegetables consisting of five varieties classified according to shape and growth. The leafy green vegetable is used in salads, cooked vegetable dishes, and is commonly used on sandwiches. Vitamin A and potassium are the most notable nutrients in lettuce. The darkest green varieties provide the highest levels of Vitamin A. The five varieties are butterhead, crisphead, leaf, cos or romaine, and celtuce.
When purchasing lettuce, look for freshness, selecting lettuce that does not have wilted and discolored leaves. To store lettuce, wash the lettuce and dry the leaves with paper towels, seal or wrap it securely in plastic and place it in the coolest part of the refrigerator, which is generally located in the rear and lowest shelf section of the refrigerator.
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Romaine Lettuce | 
Iceberg Lettuce | | 
Bibb Lettuce | 
Green Leaf Lettuce | | 
Red Leaf Lettuce |
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 item |
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| Calories 245 |
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| Protein 12g |
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| Total Fat 11g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 22g |
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| Dietary Fiber 1g |
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| Potassium 205mg |
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| Sodium 650mg |
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| Cholesterol 29mg |
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| Serving Size 1 cup shredded |
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| Calories 16 |
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| Protein 1g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 2g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 187mg |
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| Sodium 25mg |
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| Serving Size 1 cup shredded |
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| Calories 15 |
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| Protein 1g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 2g |
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| Dietary Fiber 1g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 194mg |
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| Sodium 28mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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Lettuce term - Related Content |
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| A quick way to enjoy the all American BLT |
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| Here’s a neat idea: Combine chopped cooked shrimp with a variety of crisp vegetables and tasty seasonings; then use lettuce leaves to wrap the mixture, resulting in a unique dish with an Asian flair. |
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Tools for Preparation | Lettuce
Preparation | Tips
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| A plastic serrated edge knife that is designed to slice lettuce without causing the edges of the lettuce to turn brown. When cutting lettuce with a metal knife, the edges of the ... |
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| A loose leaf variety of lettuce that appears to look somewhat similar to curly endive. With broad green leaves that begin growing very frilly edges, Tango Lettuce develops into a ... |
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| The most popular of the garden lettuce, this vegetable is a loose-leaf variety of lettuce that can be grown as a flat, smooth, rough, round, frilly or oak shaped leaf. The colors ... |
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| A lettuce that originated on the Aegean island of Cos. It grows in a head of long narrow leaves that have a crunchy rib down the center and a mild tangy flavor. It is an excellent ... |
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| One of the five distinct types of garden lettuce used for salad greens and other dishes. The leaf is similar to romaine lettuce, but unlike romaine, is not considered edible due ... |
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