Lettuce

Lettuce is a leafy green vegetable that comes from the plant family. It is widely used in salads, sandwiches, wraps, and as a garnish. Lettuce is known for its crisp texture and refreshing taste, making it a popular choice for adding a crunch to dishes.

Lettuce is grown in fields, where it is carefully cultivated and harvested. It requires ample sunlight, water, and soil nutrients to thrive. Once mature, the leaves are picked, washed, and packaged for distribution to supermarkets and restaurants. Freshness is key with lettuce, so it is best enjoyed soon after purchase.

Lettuce is a common ingredient in many dishes because of its versatility and mild taste. It adds a refreshing element to salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Lettuce also provides a crunchy texture that enhances the overall eating experience. Often found in salads like Caesar salad or as a bed for sandwiches and burgers, lettuce is a staple in many households for its contribution to both taste and presentation.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Lettuce

M&S Beef & Onion with Peppercorn Mayo Roll
Sainsbury's Beef, Horseradish Mayonnaise Sandwich
Asda BLT Pasta Salad
M&S BLT Sandwich
Tesco Chicken & Bacon Wrap
Tesco Chicken Bacon & Lettuce Sandwich
Tesco Chicken Caesar Wrap
Asda Chicken Salad Sandwich
Sainsbury's Chicken Salad Sandwich
Tesco Chicken Salad Sandwich

M&S Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese Ploughman's No Mayonnaise
Asda Grower's Selection Little Gem Lettuce
Tesco Ham Hock Cheese & Chutney Chutney Wrap
Tesco Hoisin Duck Wrap
M&S No Mayo Wensleydale & Carrot Chutney
Sainsbury's On the Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap
M&S Our Best Ever Prawn Sandwich
Tesco Ploughmans Sandwich
M&S Roast Beef & Horseradish Mayonnaise Sandwich
M&S Roast Chicken & Salad Sandwich
Tesco Southern Fried Chicken Wrap
Tesco Spicy Bean Wrap
Tesco Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap
Tesco The Chicken Club Sandwich
Tesco Tuna Crunch Sub