Baby Romaine Hearts Artisan
Inventory, 24 ct : 112.04
This item was last sold on : 03/17/24
Description/Taste
Baby Green Romaine hearts are small, elongated tight heads of Romaine picked at an younger stage of growth. The hearts are lighter in color, ranging from pale lime green to translucent ivory, crisp yet tender with a more rounded shape than their mature counterparts. The outer leaves of each romaine head are removed, leaving the hearts intact. Notably, Baby Green Romaine hearts are far more valued for their texture than their near invisible flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Baby Green Romaine hearts are available year-round.
Current Facts
Romaine lettuce AKA Cos, botanical name, Lactuca sativa is an annual plant of the aster or sunflower family Asteraceae. Lettuce is categorized into six different edible forms, also known as subspecies or botanical varieties. The six types of lettuce are Crisphead (Iceberg and Batavian), Romaine, Butter, Leaf, Latin and Stem. All lettuce types except for Iceberg occur in red and grean leaf form. The word lettuce itself comes from the Latin lactuca, which is derived from lactus, meaning “milk”. The milk in this sense refers to the milky substance that appears when lettuce leaves are torn or cut from the plant. Although this does not happen with all lettuce types, it is very typical of romaine lettuces.
Applications
Baby Green Romaine hearts can be used as a substitute for common Romaine and other crisp lettuce varieties. They can be used as a vessel for dips and other accoutrements, as a sandwich lettuce and they can also be grilled to serve as an appetizer. Complimentary pairings are endless, especially as the hearts serve as a blank canvas for accompanying flavors, bold, bright and rich. Notably favorable ingredient pairings include bacon, anchovies, nutty aged cheeses, chiles, creamy dressings, aged balsamic, citrus, pomegranates, melons, avocado, pears, apples, basil, dill, tarragon, mint and nuts such as hazelnuts, pistachios and pine nuts.
Geography/History
Romaine lettuce is believed to have originated on the Aegean Island of Cos. Baby Green Romain hearts evolved out of marketing campaigns of the late 20th century promoting petite vegetables as a direct ploy to please consumers' visual palate fatigue. Romain lettuce a cool season crop, as are most lettuce varieties. It grows best in fertile soil with minimal to sufficient irrigation, warm days and cool nights. It is a great home gardner's lettuce and it can be planted in containers and raised beds. Baby Green Romain hearts can be harvested once small heads form.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Extraordinary Desserts | San Diego CA | 619-294-2132 |
Firefly Beach | San Diego CA | 619-222-6440 |
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
Alejandra's Cocina (Bar) | Carlsbad CA | 858-500-5075 |
Happy Medium SD | San Diego CA | 509-869-2279 |
Cocina de Barrio Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-840-1129 |
Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 619-795-9135 |
Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
El Sueno | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
The Remy | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
Hotel La Jolla - Sea & Sky | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | 619-305-9525 |
Farmer and The Seahorse | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
Smokin J's BBQ | San Diego CA | 703-314-1486 |
SandBox Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-272-7263 |
Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-381-4475 |
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-1582 |
Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 915-861-2297 |
Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
Extraordinary Desserts Union St. | San Diego CA | 619-294-7001 |
Birds Eye (La Jolla) | La Jolla CA | 513-549-0974 |
Eddie V's La Jolla - EV# 8511 | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
Nick & G's Restaurant | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-771-1871 |
Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
Rosewood Social | San Juan Capistrano CA | 669-243-8403 |
Common Stock | San Diego CA | |
Marriott Courtyard - Broadway | San Diego CA | 619-446-3008 |
Park Commons - ARE | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
PureTaco | Carlsbad CA | 760-845-3346 |
Bellamy's Restaurant | Escondido CA | 760-747-5000 |
Mister A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
Don Pietro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7205 |
La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
American Pizza Manufacturing | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6756 |
Sbicca Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 619-417-2587 |
Smoking Gun | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 |
Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
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Revolution Roasters | Oceanside CA | 760-330-6827 |
La Dona | San Diego CA | 858-352-8134 |
Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
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Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
Bleu Boheme | San Diego CA | 619-255-4167 |
Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
Hilton Mission Valley | San Diego CA | 619-543-9000 |
Miss B's Coconut Club | San Diego CA | 858-381-0855 |
Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-822-5493 |
US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
Scrimshaw Coffee | San Diego CA | 951-663-2207 |
Matsu | Oceanside CA | 760-717-5899 |
Love Boat Sushi-Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-721-3737 |
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Claytons Bakery & Bistro | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
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Fresco Cocina | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
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Carruth Cellars Urban Winery | San Diego CA | 619-546-9300 |
Garbatella Osteria Bar | Chula Vista CA | 619-651-1185 |
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Hilton Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-5200 x4234 |
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Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
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Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Baby Romaine Hearts Artisan. One is easiest, three is harder.
Kirsten's Recipes | Grilled Hearts of Romaine Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing and Grilled Gulf Shrimp | |
Hapa Nom Nom | BLT Summer Rolls with Avocado Dipping Sauce |