Green Lettuce
What is Green Lettuce?
Green lettuce is a leafy vegetable belonging to the Lactuca genus. It is cultivated globally for its edible leaves, which are typically eaten raw in salads. Varieties include iceberg, romaine, and butterhead lettuce, each offering a different texture and flavour profile.
Is Green Lettuce vegan?
Green Lettuce is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Green Lettuce a major allergen?
Lettuce is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Green Lettuce used for?
Lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads and sandwiches, providing a crisp texture and mild flavour.
Is Green Lettuce safe?
Lettuce is a whole food and not a regulated food additive in the UK.
Why it's used
Lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in salads and sandwiches, providing a crisp texture and mild flavour. Manufacturers include it in prepared meals and ready-to-eat salads for its freshness and visual appeal. It is not typically added for functional properties like preservation or emulsification.
Health notes
Lettuce is a whole food and not a regulated food additive in the UK. It is a source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre. The NHS Eatwell Guide recommends including plenty of fruits and vegetables in the diet.
Allergen info
Lettuce is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
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