Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an annual plant of the family Asteraceae mostly grown as a leaf vegetable. The leaves are most often used raw in green salads, although lettuce is also seen in other kinds of food, such as sandwiches, wraps and soups; it can also be grilled. [3]

2023年3月22日 · From arugula to sorrel, we’re covering the most popular types of lettuce from A to Z in this helpful guide to lettuce varieties!

2024年9月27日 · Lettuce is a leafy vegetable, famous for giving salads their base. There are multiple types of lettuce, and they all share the scientific name Lactuca sativa.

2025年3月21日 · Lettuce, annual leaf vegetable of the aster family. Most lettuce varieties are eaten fresh and are commonly served as the base of green salads. Lettuce is generally a rich source of vitamins K and A, though the nutritional quality varies, depending on the variety.

2019年11月26日 · Lettuce, or Lactuca sativa, is a leafy green with several types and cultivars of its own. Most of them are eaten raw in salads and sandwiches, while some may be used in other dishes (like celtuce, grown for its tender stem).

2025年2月21日 · Find our favorite types of lettuce and salad greens, including arugula, watercress, butter lettuce, and chicories (radicchio! endive!) with this photo guide

2024年3月1日 · Lettuce is a versatile vegetable that’s affordable and easy to add to dishes. “Lettuce is a great fat-free, low-calorie way to get more leafy greens into your meals,” notes Campbell.

2024年3月18日 · With 16 different greens to choose from, this guide gives you the low-down on lettuce. Find a great new green to toss into your salad, and learn about other ways to use these flavorful leaves.

2022年4月28日 · Here are more than a dozen types of lettuce and salad greens, plus plenty of recipes for using them.

2024年4月3日 · Lettuce is a cool-weather crop and easy to grow yourself, but most types are available year-round at the local grocer. There are four main types of lettuce: crisphead (commonly known as iceberg), romaine, loose-leaf and butterhead.