Leaf Lettuce
Leaf lettuce is a year-round favorite for its versatility and nutritious flavor and texture. There are several varieties of leaf lettuce, which consist of large, loosely packed leaves joined at a stem. Ocean Mist Farms grows red and green leaf lettuce and the tender butter lettuce. Often used in tossed salads, sandwiches and as wraps, leaf lettuce continues to be a fresh favorite in the produce aisle.
Nutritional Information
- Excellent source of vitamin A
- Green and leaf lettuce are a good source vitamin C
- Low in sodium and calories
- Fat-free
Selection Tips
- Look for a full head, bright color and leaves that are fresh and crisp.
- Avoid any yellow or limp leaves.
Storage and Handling
- Store lettuce in perforated plastic bags wrapped in damp paper towels and keep it in the refrigerator vegetable crisper for up to five to seven days
- Rinse leaves in colander with cold water.
- For the best eating experience, remove excess moisture after washing by using a salad spinner or patting leaves dry.
Butter
Green Leaf
Red Leaf
Butter
Lettuce
Butter lettuce has large, loose heads with thick leaves and an even green coloring throughout the vegetable.
Green Leaf
Lettuce
This nutrient-rich variety has tender and delicate green leaves that are less crisp than romaine or iceburg lettuce.
Red Leaf
Lettuce
This calorie-free lettuce brings color, light texture and a distinctive flavor to any type of salad.
Growing &
Harvest
In order to grow premium leaf lettuce year-round, we farm in ideal growing climates throughout California. Ocean Mist Farms leaf lettuce – Green Leaf, Red Leaf and Butter – are hand-harvested, trimmed and packed in the field early in the morning to preserve maximum freshness then delivered to our cooler for consistent quality.
