Ingredient

Vegetables: Green Leaf Lettuce

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Green leaf lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads, sandwiches, and …

What it is

Green leaf lettuce is a variety of lettuce grown for its tender, mild-flavored leaves. It is a leafy green vegetable that grows in a loose head, with leaves that are typically bright green and slightly ruffled. It is cultivated worldwide and is a common garden vegetable.

Why it's used

Green leaf lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Its mild flavor and crisp texture make it a versatile base for a wide range of dishes. It is also sometimes used as a garnish.

Health notes

Green leaf lettuce is a nutrient-dense food, providing vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate and iron. It is a good source of dietary fiber. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes lettuce as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for consumption. International bodies like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have not specifically evaluated lettuce as a food additive, as it is a whole food.

Allergen info

Lettuce is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Vegetables: Green Leaf Lettuce

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Peppercorn Ranch Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Radishes, White Cheddar Cheese, Black Pepper, Peppercorn Ranch Dressing, Cornbread Croutons Chopped Kit, Peppercorn Ranch Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Peppercorn Ranch Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Radishes, White Cheddar Cheese, Black Pepper, Peppercorn Ranch Dressing, Cornbread Croutons Chopped Kit, Peppercorn Ranch Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 140kcal 3Protein 11Fat 8Carbs Teriyaki Pineapple Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Red Cabbage, Sliced Almonds, Teriyaki Pineapple Dressing, Crunchy Noodles, Dried Pineapples, Carrots Chopped Kit, Teriyaki Pineapple Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Teriyaki Pineapple Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Red Cabbage, Sliced Almonds, Teriyaki Pineapple Dressing, Crunchy Noodles, Dried Pineapples, Carrots Chopped Kit, Teriyaki Pineapple Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 130kcal 3Protein 5Fat 19Carbs Maple Pecan Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Carrots, Candied Pecans, Maple Vinaigrette, Crumbled Garlic Croutons Chopped Kit, Maple Pecan Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Maple Pecan Iceberg Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Carrots, Candied Pecans, Maple Vinaigrette, Crumbled Garlic Croutons Chopped Kit, Maple Pecan Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 160kcal 2Protein 15Fat 11Carbs Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Sweet Orange Just Add Chicken Salad Kit, Sweet Orange Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 150kcal 2Protein 10Fat 13Carbs Kickin' Bacon Ranch Salad, Bacon Fresh Express Incorporated Kickin' Bacon Ranch Salad, Bacon Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 150kcal 3Protein 12Fat 8Carbs Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Bountiful Fiesta Ranch Salad Kit Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 80kcal 2Protein 5Fat 9Carbs Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Bountiful Lentil Cucumber Salad Kit Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 120kcal 4Protein 7Fat 11Carbs Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Roasted Red Pepper Just Add Chicken Kit, Roasted Red Pepper Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 120kcal 3Protein 9Fat 8Carbs Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Lemon Herb Just Add Chicken Kit, Lemon Herb Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 150kcal 1Protein 13Fat 7Carbs Taco Green Leaf Lettuce, Iceberg Lettuce, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Radish, Crispy Onion Strings, Crispy Bell Peppers, Tortilla Strips, Shredded Cheese And Taco Ranch Dressing Chopped Salad Kit, Taco Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Taco Green Leaf Lettuce, Iceberg Lettuce, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Radish, Crispy Onion Strings, Crispy Bell Peppers, Tortilla Strips, Shredded Cheese And Taco Ranch Dressing Chopped Salad Kit, Taco Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 130kcal 3Protein 9Fat 9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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