Red leaf lettuce is a member of the genus Lactuca, of the family Asteraceae which is found growing in full sun and cool weather. It prefers moist but well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It has consistently crispy and succulent texture and generally mild and subtly earthy with a slightly bitter nuance flavor. It consists a multitude of nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, B Vitamins, and minerals and is extremely beneficial for our health.
| Name | Red leaf lettuce |
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| Scientific Name | Lactuca sativa var. crispa |
| Native | About 4500 years ago in Egypt |
| Growing Climate | Best in full sun and cool weather. |
| Soil | Moist but well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. |
| Leaf | Large, open “head” of loose leaves that deepens in color as it matures. |
| Leaf Color | Medium to dark-red in color blending to nearly white ribs or veins. |
| Leaf Flavor | Sweet and mild flavor |
| Major Nutrition | Vitamin K (phylloquinone) 39.3 µg 32.75% Vitamin A, RAE 105 µg 15.00% Iron, Fe 0.34 mg 4.25% Vitamin B9 (Folate) 10 µg 2.50% Manganese, Mn 0.057 mg 2.48% Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 0.028 mg 2.15% Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 0.022 mg 1.69% Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) 0.018 mg 1.50% Tryptophan 0.006 g 1.36% Phosphorus, P 8 mg 1.14% |
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| Calories in 1cup (100gm) | 4 Kcal |