Red Multileaf Lettuce
What is Red Multileaf Lettuce?
Red multileaf lettuce is a variety of lettuce known for its attractive red-tinged leaves. It is a leafy green vegetable grown from seed in soil or hydroponically. It is typically harvested when the leaves are young and tender.
Is Red Multileaf Lettuce vegan?
Red Multileaf Lettuce is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Red Multileaf Lettuce a major allergen?
Red multileaf lettuce is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Red Multileaf Lettuce used for?
Red multileaf lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in foods.
Is Red Multileaf Lettuce safe?
Red multileaf lettuce is a whole food and not a food additive.
Why it's used
Red multileaf lettuce is primarily used as a fresh ingredient in foods. Its mild flavour and crisp texture make it a popular choice for adding bulk and visual appeal to prepared salads, sandwich fillings, and wraps. It is not typically added for a specific functional purpose like preservation or sweetening.
Health notes
Red multileaf lettuce is a whole food and not a food additive. As such, it is not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is a source of dietary fibre, vitamins, and minerals. The NHS Eatwell Guide recommends that fruit and vegetables should make up just over 40% of a person's diet, and consuming a variety of these foods is encouraged for a healthy diet. There are no known health concerns associated with the typical consumption of red multileaf lettuce.
Allergen info
Red multileaf lettuce is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Red Multileaf Lettuce
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