Whether in salads, sandwiches, wraps or pita pockets, lettuce adds flavor and nutrients without a lot of calories. But not all lettuces are the same. Different varieties offer diverse textures and tastes.<img alt="" src="[BASEDOMAIN]/Client_Files/Default/HI/System/Health%20tips/lettuce_Infographic.jpg">
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<h2>Try a new lettuce</h2>
Butter, also called Bibb or Boston lettuce. The mild flavor and bright-green colors make a winning combo!
Romaine. It&rsquo;s crisp, crunchy, sweet and good for more than Caesar salads. Plus, dark lettuces are rich in nutrients. 
Red leaf. This full-flavored, headless lettuce adds a splash of color and vitamins to boot.
Iceberg. A crisp classic that goes well with almost any salad ingredient. 
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Impress your dinner guests with a great-tasting salad. <a href="[BASEDOMAIN]/healthinfo/Story.aspx?StoryId=196c48fc-1a4f-46f5-a26d-a46f3241faba">Check out our video to learn how.</a> 
Reviewed 2/2/2024

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 <li>Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "Different Kinds of Lettuces and Greens." <a target="_blank" href="https://www.eatright.org/food/food-groups/vegetables/different-kinds-of-lettuces-and-greens">https://www.eatright.org/food/food-groups/vegetables/different-kinds-of-lettuces-and-greens</a>. </li>
 <li>American Institute for Cancer Research. "I&rsquo;ve heard that lettuce varieties have different nutritional value and some aren&rsquo;t worth eating. Is that true?" <a target="_blank" href="https://www.aicr.org/resources/blog/health-talk-ive-heard-that-lettuce-varieties-have-different-nutritional-value-and-some-arent-worth-eating-is-that-true">https://www.aicr.org/resources/blog/health-talk-ive-heard-that-lettuce-varieties-have-different-nutritional-value-and-some-arent-worth-eating-is-that-true</a></li>
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 <li>Produce for Better Health Foundation. "Leaf Lettuce." <a target="_blank" href="https://fruitsandveggies.org/fruits-and-veggies/leaf-lettuce">https://fruitsandveggies.org/fruits-and-veggies/leaf-lettuce</a>. </li>
 <li>Produce for Better Health Foundation. "Red Leaf Lettuce." <a target="_blank" href="https://fruitsandveggies.org/fruits-and-veggies/red-leaf-lettuce-nutrition-selection-storage">https://fruitsandveggies.org/fruits-and-veggies/red-leaf-lettuce-nutrition-selection-storage</a>. </li>
 <li>Produce for Better Health Foundation. "Spring Greens." <a target="_blank" href="https://fruitsandveggies.org/stories/iv-for-050410-jennifer-shea/#:~:text=STORIES-,Spring%20Greens,-ADD%20TO%20LIST">https://fruitsandveggies.org/stories/iv-for-050410-jennifer-shea/#:~:text=STORIES-,Spring%20Greens,-ADD%20TO%20LIST</a>. </li>
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