Red Leaf Lettuce
Red leaf lettuce is a whole-food vegetable, low in calories and providing vitamins A, K, and folate, plus anthocyanins from the red coloring. Generally safe; like all leafy greens, can be a vehicle for foodborne pathogens if contaminated, so proper washing is important.
What it is
A variety of leaf lettuce (Lactuca sativa) with red-tinted leaves, used in salads.
Eaten as a fresh salad green; provides texture, color, and mild flavor.
Why it's flagged
- foodborne pathogen risk if not properly washed
What regulators actually say
"Lettuce, red leaf, raw provides 16 kcal, 1.33g protein, 2.26g carbohydrate per 100g, with notable vitamin A and K."
"Wash all produce thoroughly under running water before eating, cutting, or cooking."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS food (vegetable)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; traditional vegetable
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