Ingredient

Red Butter Lettuce

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Red butter lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads and as …

What it is

Red butter lettuce, also known as red leaf lettuce, is a variety of loose-leaf lettuce. It is characterized by its broad, tender leaves with red or reddish-green edges. It is grown as a leafy green vegetable for consumption.

Why it's used

Red butter lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads and as a garnish. Its mild flavor and attractive color make it a popular choice for adding visual appeal and texture to dishes. It is commonly found in pre-packaged salad mixes.

Health notes

Red butter lettuce is a whole food and is not subject to FDA additive regulations. It is a source of vitamins and minerals. Regulatory bodies like the WHO have not specifically evaluated red butter lettuce as an ingredient. As a leafy green vegetable, it is considered a nutritious part of a balanced diet.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Red Butter Lettuce

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Spring Mix Weis Markets, Inc. Spring Mix Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 25kcal 2.1Protein 0Fat 3.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Mix Blend Of Baby Spinach With Spring Mix Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 25kcal 2.8Protein 0Fat 3.5Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Baby Red Butter Lettuce Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 24kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 2.4Carbs Fresh Express Incorporated Shreded Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 25kcal 2.1Protein 0Fat 4.2Carbs Fresh Express Incorporated Tender Ruby Reds Salad Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 18kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 2.4Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Blueberry Raspberry Salad Kit, Blueberry Raspberry Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 100kcal 3Protein 5Fat 14Carbs Tender Ruby Reds Red Butter Lettuce, Spinach, Tender Ruby Reds Safeway, Inc. Tender Ruby Reds Red Butter Lettuce, Spinach, Tender Ruby Reds Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 18kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 2.4Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Sweet & Crunchy Green Butter Lettuce And Red Butter Lettuce Salad, Sweet & Crunchy Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 21kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 2.1Carbs Garden Salad With Chicken, Chicken Fresh Food Manufacturing Garden Salad With Chicken, Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 51% DV per serving 134kcal 8.1Protein 8.4Fat 6.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Sweet & Crunchy Green Butter Lettuce, Red Butter Lettuce, Sweet & Crunchy Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 21kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 2.1Carbs Sweet & Crunchy Salad Fresh Express Incorporated Sweet & Crunchy Salad Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 21kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 2.1Carbs Crunchy Blends Butter Supreme Salad Fresh Express Incorporated Crunchy Blends Butter Supreme Salad Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 18kcal 1.4Protein 0Fat 2.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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