Romaine lettuce is a nutritious and delicate type of lettuce with dark green leaves and lighter-colored stems. It is the least grown type of lettuce due to its fragility, but is the most nutritious and commonly used in Caesar salads. It has a deeper, more savory taste and is high in vitamins A, K, C, and folate. When buying, avoid wilted or decayed leaves and store at 33-35 degrees Fahrenheit.
Romaine lettuce, also known as romaine lettuce, is a type of lettuce (and a vegetable) characterized by dark green leaves that grow upright and curve inward from lighter-colored stems. These leaves are particularly fragile compared to other types of lettuce and are often damaged in shipping, making it the least grown type of lettuce. It also happens to be the most nutritious and the main choice of lettuce used in Caesar salads. Other similar varieties include a sweet romaine and a more delicate variety which is characterized by red tipped leaves.
The deeper green colors of romaine lettuce give it a deeper, more savory taste than other types of lettuce such as buttermilk and leafy green lettuce. The inner leaves of this lettuce are lighter in color than the outer leaves, also giving a lighter flavor. Like some others, romaine lettuce is also a crunchy lettuce, but the darker green parts of the leaves feel softer than the light colored stems.
The nutritional benefits of romaine lettuce include an abundance of vitamin A, beta-carotene, vitamin K, folate, and vitamin C to name a few. All of these nutrients are essential to a diet considered heart-healthy and can be an important part of any daily diet. Not only that, but romaine is also listed as a cancer-fighting food by the American Institute for Cancer Research.
When buying romaine lettuce, you should try to avoid heads with “rust” spots and wilted leaves, as well as older plants with decay and browning. Also keep in mind that a packet of chopped romaine lettuce typically won’t last as long as a whole head, even if the packet is tightly sealed. Ideally, lettuce should be stored between 33 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
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