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Food Guide

Red Leaf Lettuce

Buying Tips

Red leaf lettuce can be found in the produce section of most health food stores and supermarkets. Choose heads with crisp, blemish-free leaves and no signs of browning or wilting.

Varieties

Red leaf lettuce is a loose-headed type of green leaf lettuce.

Preparation, Uses, & Tips

Wash lettuce just before using and drain or blot with paper towel to remove any excess moisture, or dry in a salad spinner. Toss with other salad greens, or stuff individual leaves with hummus and them roll up for a light lunch.

Storing

Wrap red-leaf lettuce in a paper towel refrigerate it in a plastic bag for up to three days.

Nutrition Highlights

Red leaf lettuce, 1/2 cup (28g) (raw, shredded)

Calories: 5
Protein: 0.36g
Carbohydrate: 0.98g
Total Fat: 0.08g
Fiber: 0.53g

*Good Source of: Vitamin A (532 IU)