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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
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Green Leaf lettuce is medium to large in size, growing in an elongated shape, and is narrow and small at the base fanning out to a wide, curly, loose top. The leaves connect to a central stalk, branch out in all directions, and are tender, smooth, and broad with many curls and frills. The edges of the leaves are dark to bright green and as they transition into the juicy stalk the color changes to pale-green or white. Green leaf lettuce is crisp and has a sweet or bitter smell when the stalk is scratched, depending on the specific variety. The leaves also have a mildly sweet or semi-bitter flavor, and the bitterness often occurs in maturing greens versus young greens.
Green Leaf lettuce is available year-round.
Green Leaf lettuce, botanically classified as Lactuca sativa, is the general name provided for dozens of varieties that produce semi-frilled, loose-leaf lettuces and are members of the Asteraceae family. Green Leaf lettuces can grow up to thirty centimeters in height and are one of the most commonly planted lettuces in the world. Favored for its cut-and-come-again nature, which allows the lettuce to continue growing new leaves as the outer leaves are harvested, Green Leaf lettuce is extremely versatile and is used by both chefs and home cooks in a wide variety of fresh culinary applications.
Green Leaf lettuce contains vitamins A, C, K, and folate.
Green Leaf lettuce is best suited for fresh applications and is most commonly used as a wrap, garnish, in salads, or as a layer in a sandwich. The leaves can be torn or sliced and used as a crunchy element in a salad, layered in burgers or sandwiches such as a French dip and croque-monsieur, or used as a bed for meatloaf, chicken salad, stir-fries, and slow braised meats and grilled fish. Green Leaf lettuce can also be used to wrap summer rolls, tabbouleh, and mushroom burgers or used for tacos. Green Leaf lettuce pairs well with bulgur wheat, red peppers, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, garlic, capers, shallots, ginger, poultry, fish, herbs such as cilantro, mint, coriander, turmeric, and pineapple. The leaves will keep up to ten days when wrapped in paper towels and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It is important to store the lettuce away from fruits such as bananas, apples, and pears as they release a natural gas which causes the lettuce to wilt.
Green Leaf lettuce is unique in that it grows from a central stem and produces single, branched leaves versus an entire, compact head. Due to the tender nature of the leaves and its short lifespan, Green Leaf lettuce is often incorporated into baby lettuce mixes as these mixes are generally used immediately for best flavor. It is also a favorite lettuce for home gardeners as it is resistant to bolting, easy to grow, and can grow in containers and small spaces.
Green Leaf lettuce was first described in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus in the second volume of his Species Plantarum and is native to Europe. Favored by seasoned gardeners, Green Leaf lettuce flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and can be found at supermarkets, farmers markets, and specialty grocers in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Description/Taste
Green Leaf lettuce is medium to large in size, growing in an elongated shape, and is narrow and small at the base fanning out to a wide, curly, loose top. The leaves connect to a central stalk, branch out in all directions, and are tender, smooth, and broad with many curls and frills. The edges of the leaves are dark to bright green and as they transition into the juicy stalk the color changes to pale-green or white. Green leaf lettuce is crisp and has a sweet or bitter smell when the stalk is scratched, depending on the specific variety. The leaves also have a mildly sweet or semi-bitter flavor, and the bitterness often occurs in maturing greens versus young greens.
Seasons/Availability
Green Leaf lettuce is available year-round.
Current Facts
Green Leaf lettuce, botanically classified as Lactuca sativa, is the general name provided for dozens of varieties that produce semi-frilled, loose-leaf lettuces and are members of the Asteraceae family. Green Leaf lettuces can grow up to thirty centimeters in height and are one of the most commonly planted lettuces in the world. Favored for its cut-and-come-again nature, which allows the lettuce to continue growing new leaves as the outer leaves are harvested, Green Leaf lettuce is extremely versatile and is used by both chefs and home cooks in a wide variety of fresh culinary applications.
Nutritional Value
Green Leaf lettuce contains vitamins A, C, K, and folate.
Applications
Green Leaf lettuce is best suited for fresh applications and is most commonly used as a wrap, garnish, in salads, or as a layer in a sandwich. The leaves can be torn or sliced and used as a crunchy element in a salad, layered in burgers or sandwiches such as a French dip and croque-monsieur, or used as a bed for meatloaf, chicken salad, stir-fries, and slow braised meats and grilled fish. Green Leaf lettuce can also be used to wrap summer rolls, tabbouleh, and mushroom burgers or used for tacos. Green Leaf lettuce pairs well with bulgur wheat, red peppers, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, garlic, capers, shallots, ginger, poultry, fish, herbs such as cilantro, mint, coriander, turmeric, and pineapple. The leaves will keep up to ten days when wrapped in paper towels and stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It is important to store the lettuce away from fruits such as bananas, apples, and pears as they release a natural gas which causes the lettuce to wilt.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Green Leaf lettuce is unique in that it grows from a central stem and produces single, branched leaves versus an entire, compact head. Due to the tender nature of the leaves and its short lifespan, Green Leaf lettuce is often incorporated into baby lettuce mixes as these mixes are generally used immediately for best flavor. It is also a favorite lettuce for home gardeners as it is resistant to bolting, easy to grow, and can grow in containers and small spaces.
Geography/History
Green Leaf lettuce was first described in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus in the second volume of his Species Plantarum and is native to Europe. Favored by seasoned gardeners, Green Leaf lettuce flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and can be found at supermarkets, farmers markets, and specialty grocers in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| The Espresso Lab | San Diego CA | 619-886-4532 |
| Alexander's on 30th | San Diego CA | 619-281-2539 |
| The Balboa Bar & Grill South | Chula Vista CA | 619-349-2109 |
| Jeune Et Jolie | Carlsbad CA | 858-231-0862 |
| Voltaire Beach House | San Diego CA | 619-574-6878 |
| Bobs Specialty Meats | Escondido CA | 760-839-6850 |
| Nunu's Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-756-4009 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Wonderland Ocean Pub | San Diego CA | 619-255-3358 |
| Landons East Meets West | San Marcos CA | 760-304-4560 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Pacific Cafe & Catering (Medical Cntr Dr.) | La Jolla CA | 858-699-4129 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Lucky Bolt | San Diego CA | 917-969-9500 |
| Caffe Calabria Coffee Roasting Company | San Diego CA | 619-683-7787 |
| Sushi Ota | San Diego CA | 858-270-5047 |
| Jimmy O's | Del Mar CA | 858-350-3732 |
| The Field Irish Pub & Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-232-9840 |
| Peohes | Coronado CA | 619-437-4474 |
| The Spot | San Diego CA | 858-459-0800 |
| San Diego Cellars 2017 | San Diego CA | 760-207-5324 |
| Victoria Mahdion | San Diego CA | 619-987-3304 |
| Cliffhanger Cafe Menu | San Diego CA | 858-452-9858 |
| Himitsu | La Jolla CA | 858-345-0220 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Pala Mesa Resort | Fallbrook CA | 706-728-5881 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 858-273-8440 |
| Sugar Bear Enterprises | San Diego CA | 619-871-7308 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Under Belly-Little Italy Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-269-4626 |
| St. Paul's Senior Services | San Diego CA | 619-239-3527 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Supannee House of Thai | San Diego CA | 619-795-8424 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Shimbashi Izakaya | Del Mar CA | 858-523-0479 |
| Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-4073 |
| Hotel Indigo | San Diego CA | 619-906-4805 |
| Point Loma Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-223-1109 |
| The Trails | San Diego CA | 619-667-2233 |
| Mimmos Italian Village | San Diego CA | 619-239-3710 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Thyme for Something Homemade | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-245-1004 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| Sorority Cuisine - Kappa Delta | San Diego CA | 510-512-2213 |
| Lean and Green La Jolla | Country Club CA | 619-436-7618 |
| Sheraton La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-453-5500 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 619-298-4646 |
| Miguel's Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-298-9840 |
| Hane | San Diego CA | 619-260-1411 |
| Kensington Cafe | San Diego CA | 619-640-0494 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-438-8606 |
| Whiskey Girl | San Diego CA | 619-236-1616 |
| Fish Market Downtown | San Diego CA | 619-232-3474 |
| San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus | Oceanside CA | 760-757-4357 |
| Project Wildlife | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| The Bier Garden | Encinitas CA | 760-632-2437 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| The Corner Drafthouse | San Diego CA | 619-255-2631 |
| Fish Market Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-755-2277 |
| CaliSpirit Catering | San Diego CA | 619-403-1221 |
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