What Is Red lettuce and How Can I Use It?
Red lettuce is easier to cook with than it looks. Here's how to choose, use, and store it, what to substitute, and 34 recipes to get you started.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 NLEA serving (85g)Where found
Red lettuce is usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Red lettuce is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does red lettuce weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 cup shredded | 28 grams |
| 1 leaf inner | 2 grams |
| 1 leaf outer | 17 grams |
| 1 head | 309 grams |
| 1 NLEA serving | 85 grams |
Related
Vegetables and Vegetable Products
| In Chinese: | 红生菜 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | laitue rouge | |
| en español: | lechuga roja |
Recipes using red lettuce
There are 34 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Glazed Roasted Beets, Basil & Goat Cheese Salad
The earthy beets, spicy basil, creamy goat cheese and sour-sweet balsamic glaze make this salad with complimentary layers of flavors and textures.
BLT Egg Wrap
A quick and easy way to make a deliciously filling meal. A few simple and inexpensive ingredients will for sure satisfy your tummy.
Sesame Chicken Fingers
Super quick, and fuss-free. Loved the idea of using parmesan and sesame seeds, also added some garlic powder and black pepper to give the chicken fingers more flavor. I used equal amount of honey and mustard, the sauce was sweet enough for me. An easy and tasty snack that both kids and grown-ups love to have.
BBQ Tuna Burgers
Make these delicious and economical tuna burgers for your family. They are ready within 20 minutes and perfect for a supper on a busy weekday.
Fresh Vegetable Salad with Miso Dressing
This quick and easy salad is very flexible, you can put whatever your favourite vegetables in, and this miso dressing almost goes well with all the veggies.
Pineapple with Shrimp & Dill
Chilled pineapple and shrimp appetizer on lettuce leaves with a homemade dill remoulade sauce made with capers, anchovy paste, and hard-boiled eggs. Elegant and refreshing.
Scandinavian Fish Salad
Scandinavian herring salad with pickled fish strips, crisp apple slices, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and malt vinegar marinade. A classic Nordic appetizer served chilled on lettuce.
Drunken Chicken Salad
Chinese-style drunken chicken salad marinated overnight in sherry, then served cold on red lettuce with toasted sesame seeds, cilantro, and scallions. Elegant, refreshing, and make-ahead friendly.
Mighty Mexican Pizza
Mexican pizza on cornmeal-dusted personal crusts topped with seasoned ground beef, taco sauce, cheddar, and finished with cool lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and scallions. Pizza-night-meets-taco-night.
Summer Fruit Salad
Summer fruit salad with rice, strawberries, kiwi, grapes, banana, and pineapple tossed in a honey-yogurt-pineapple juice dressing. Light, low-fat, and ready in 25 minutes.
Grilled Catfish Salad
Grilled catfish salad with a cane syrup and herb butter marinade, served over mixed greens with blue cheese crumbles and creamy blue cheese dressing.
Fettuccine with Tuna Sauce
Fettuccine with tuna sauce, sauteed red onion, garlic, and torn red lettuce tossed together warm. A quick pantry-friendly pasta dinner ready in 25 minutes.
Stir-Fried Shrimp & Vegetables with Crisp Noodle
Stir-Fried Shrimp & Vegetables with Crisp Noodle recipe
Picnic Burritos
Picnic burritos with taco-seasoned mayo, sliced turkey, shredded cheese, and crisp lettuce - no cooking required, ready in 15 minutes. Make-ahead and fridge-stable up to 2 hours.
Simple Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Dressing
A vibrant spinach and leaf lettuce salad tossed with crispy bacon, chopped eggs, and a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, this salad balances fresh greens with savory and sweet flavors.
Prix De France Steak Salad
French-style steak salad with grilled flank steak, lemon-sauteed mushrooms, and red onion marinated in a herb vinaigrette with chervil, basil, and thyme.
Grilled Tenderloin Salad with Honey-Mustard Dressing
Grilled pork tenderloin salad with cantaloupe, fresh pineapple, Belgian endive, and toasted almonds tossed in a honey-mustard ginger dressing. A light, fruity summer main course salad.
Grilled chicken salad with olives & oranges
Grilled chicken salad with red leaf lettuce, juicy orange slices, ripe black olives, and a sharp red wine vinegar dressing scented with garlic and celery. A light, bright Mediterranean lunch in 18 minutes.
Flounder or Sole Fillets
Microwave flounder or sole fillets rolled with chives, dill, and mustard, wrapped in lettuce leaves. A light, quick fish dinner ready in under 10 minutes.
Tofu-Noodle Lettuce Wraps
Delicious and nutritious wraps are perfect party food especially when you have vegetarian friends or family members showing up.
Minted Orange Salade
Minted orange salad with blood oranges, mandarin segments, sweet bell pepper, and fresh mint on red lettuce. Dressed with olive oil and mandarin juice for a bright, refreshing side.
Crispy Wonton & Goat Cheese Salad
Crispy wonton stack with herbed goat cheese, mixed greens, hearts of palm, and cherry tomatoes tossed in Dijon vinaigrette. Restaurant-style composed salad starter.
Snow Pea, Cherry Tomato & Carrot Salad with Miso-Soy Sauce Dressing
Crisp vegetable salad with snow peas, cherry tomatoes, and carrots tossed in a savory miso-soy dressing with ginger and garlic. Fresh, crunchy, and ready in 15 minutes.
