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Romaine lettuce - leaf vegetable

Romaine lettuce is a type of lettuce with elongated, upright leaves and a prominent central rib. This variety has a mildly bitter taste and crisp texture. The essential ingredient in Caesar salad, romaine contains more vitamins A, C, and K than iceberg lettuce.

Romaine lettuce - leaf vegetable
  • Romaine lettuce is the main ingredient in classic Caesar salad.
  • Unlike most lettuces, romaine can withstand brief grilling.
  • It contains three times more vitamin C and ten times more vitamin A than iceberg lettuce.
  • It has been cultivated for over 5000 years and was a favorite food of ancient Egyptians.
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