Product Description
Romaine or cos lettuce is a variety of lettuce that grows in a tall head of sturdy dark green leaves with firm ribs down their centers.Romaine lettuce is a hearty salad green. It is known for its nutritional benefits and savory, yet neutral taste.
Romaine lettuce is probably best known for its use in Caesar salad, but is also delicious halved, brushed with olive oil, and grilled.
If you’re trying to sneak added nutrients onto your family’s plates, romaine can make a great cushion for any type of crunchy food. This tasty sweet potato black bean tostada uses romaine lettuce, chopped and spread liberally, to add nutrients and fiber.
Romaine leaves are sturdy and large, making them an excellent covering for wraps or a substitute for sandwich bread. Simply spread your filling on a leaf of romaine, fold or roll, and eat.
Romaine lettuce is a low-calorie, nutritious food that contains a number of important vitamins and minerals. With an extensive number of ways to use it in salads and other recipes, it should be easy to add this leafy green to your regular diet.
