Red Leaf Lettuce
Red leaf lettuce is similar to romaine lettuce except for its red-tinged leaves. Known for its large open head of loose leaves that deepen in color as it matures.
Nutritional Value
Excellent Source of Vitamin A, which supports healthy vision.
Excellent Source of Vitamin K, which supports normal blood clotting.
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin K
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Nutritional Facts
| Serving Per Container | |
| Serving Size | 85g |
| Calories | 15 |
| Entries | Daily value in %* |
|---|---|
| Sodium (20 mg) | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate (2 g) | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber (1 g) | 4% |
| Protein (1 g) | |
| Calcium (28 mg) | 2% |
| Choline (10 mg) | 2% |
| Chromium (1 mcg) | 2% |
| Folate | 8% |
| Iron (1 mg) | 6% |
| Magnesium (10 mg) | 2% |
| Manganese (0.2 mg) | 8% |
| Niacin | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 2% |
| Potassium (159 mg) | 4% |
| Riboflavin | 8% |
| Selenium (1 µg) | 2% |
| Thiamin | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 100% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
How do you pick red leaf lettuce?
Look for clean, fresh looking cut ends with crisp bright leaves. Avoid rusty, dried out or wilted.
How do you prepare red leaf lettuce?
Most often eaten raw in salads and sandwiches. Add red leaf lettuce to your favorite Caesar or Greek salad for a little added color.
How do you store red leaf lettuce?
Lettuce should be used as soon as possible as purchased. If it must be stored, remove wilting leaves. Unwashed lettuce can keep 3 to 4 days at most in a perforated plastic bag in the veggie crisper of your refrigerator.