
Lettuce.
Lettuce — Nutrition & Culinary Profile
vegetableLettuce is a crisp, refreshing leafy green that forms the foundation of countless salads worldwide. Its mild, slightly sweet flavor with a hint of bitterness pairs perfectly with vinaigrettes, creamy dressings, and savory sandwich fillings. Whether using tender butterhead or crunchy romaine, it adds essential texture and hydration to any dish.
✓ Gluten-free✓ Keto✓ Low-carb✓ Mediterranean✓ Paleo✓ Vegan✓ Vegetarian
Processing States
Minerals per 100g
Calcium36 mg
Iron0.9 mg
Magnesium13 mg
Phosphorus29 mg
Potassium194 mg
Sodium28 mg
Zinc0.2 mg
Vitamins per 100g
Vitamin A0.4 µg
Vitamin C9.2 mg
Vitamin D0 µg
Vitamin E0.2 mg
Vitamin K126.3 µg
Vitamin B10.1 mg
Vitamin B20.1 mg
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)0.4 mg
Vitamin B60.1 mg
Vitamin B9 (Folate)38 µg
Vitamin B120 µg
Culinary Profile
Sweetness
2
Acidity
1
Bitterness
3
Umami
1
Aroma
2
TextureCrisp and refreshing
Food Properties
Glycemic Index15
Glycemic Load0.4
pH5.8
Water Activity1
Kitchen Measures
1 Cup
35.5 g1 cup to grams
1 Tablespoon
2.2 gtablespoon to grams
1 Teaspoon
0.7 gteaspoon to grams
Density0.2 g/ml
Used in Cooking
Season
SpringSummer
Best Pairings
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