Fresh butter lettuce (butterhead lettuce) featuring tender, buttery-soft leaves with a mild, subtly sweet flavor. This variety includes Bibb and Boston lettuce types, characterized by small, round, loosely formed heads with delicate texture. Perfect for salads, wraps, and sandwiches where a mild, non-bitter lettuce is desired.

Butter lettuce is composed of 95% water, making it excellent for hydration. It provides exceptional nutritional value with high levels of vitamins K, A, and folate (vitamin B9). The leaves contain beneficial antioxidants including beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin which support healthy eyesight and may help protect against macular degeneration. Regular consumption of leafy greens like butter lettuce has been associated with reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and colorectal cancer.

Nutrition per 100g serving: 13 calories, minimal fat, high water content (95%). Excellent source of vitamin K (85% daily value), vitamin A (18% daily value), and folate (20% daily value per 2-cup serving). Contains potassium, manganese, vitamin C, and higher iron content compared to other lettuce varieties.