We strive to have lettuce as a main staple at the CSA and it is one of the more popular items. Nothing can beat a freshly cut head of lettuce!
Did you know that about 70% of the lettuce grown in the US comes from California (except from November through March when 90% of the nation’s lettuce comes from Yuma, Arizona). So, by supporting your local farm you are helping reduce your carbon footprint!
At KCSA you can find a variety of different types of lettuce throughout the year, like romaine lettuce, red leaf, green leaf, and even bagged lettuce mix.
Most lettuces have a mild sweet flavor and pair 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.
Best used in wraps, in salads, or as a layer in a sandwich. Different types of lettuce can be used interchangeably in recipes.
The best way to store lettuce is to first wash and dry it (a salad spinner is a good investment). Then put it into a large seal-able bowl and keep in the refrigerator.
RECIPES
Fresh Vegan Lettuce Wraps
1 or 2 lettuce heads
1/2 cup hummus, to spread
1 cucumber, julienned
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup cilantro sprigs
2 tablespoon hemp hearts
pinch mineral salt
fresh cracked pepper
Wash and dry your lettuce heads. Use 2 leaves together for each wrap, one large and a smaller one on top. Add a layer of hummus down the middle of lettuce, it’s ok to spread a little out toward the edges if you like. Layer first with cucumbers, carrots and then tomatoes. Add cilantro and top with a sprinkle of hemp hearts, salt and fresh cracked pepper. Enjoy as much or as little as you like! Serves 2, 2 wraps per serving. (https://simple-veganista.com/garden-salad-lettuce-wraps/)
Greek Goddess Chicken Lettuce Wraps
