Featured Ingredient: Butter Lettuce

For many, butter lettuce isn’t the most exciting item in the produce section, with many opting for more popular lettuces like romaine and iceberg. But the benefits of using butter lettuce are numerous, and with a few creative recipes, any meal can be transformed.

Butter lettuce, also known as Boston or Bibb lettuce, has a mild flavour, making it extremely versatile. Whether you’re looking to add some flavour to a salad, wrap up a few tacos, or even use it as a wrap for another protein, butter lettuce works well with a wide variety of ingredients. The delicate leaves make a nice contrast to heavier ingredients like beef, bacon, and cheese.

To get a really good feel for the flavour and texture of butter lettuce, try our butter lettuce with creamy dressing.

Simple Butter Lettuce Salad Recipe

This simple butter lettuce salad is so light and tasty that it will leave you wanting more and more. The creamy dressing is slightly sweet and a bit sharp creating the perfect balance of flavours and textures.

Check out this recipe

Nutritional Benefits of Butter Lettuce

On top of its versatility, butter lettuce is also incredibly nutritious. It’s packed full of vitamins A and K, as well as folate and dietary fiber, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to eat a nutrient-rich diet.

How to Prepare Butter Lettuce

Using butter lettuce in your meals is also incredibly easy. Simply wash the lettuce and separate the larger outer leaves from the smaller inner leaves. The outer leaves can be used for salads and main dishes, while the smaller inner leaves are great for wraps and tacos.

Here is a video showing how to prepare butter lettuce:

How to Use Butter Lettuce

Try using butter lettuce to make our chicken salad wraps. Just use the lettuce instead of the tortilla wraps. Layer or stack two leaves together to strengthen the ‘wrap’. Smoky chicken tacos will also taste beautifully and light wrapped in butter lettuce.

In many cases, butter lettuce can make a great substitute for any other type of lettuce, allowing you to make use of the same recipes without sacrificing flavour or texture. Give it a try and you won’t be disappointed. With its mild flavour, high nutritional content, and versatility, butter lettuce should be a staple in any kitchen.

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