Iceberg Lettuce (आइसबर्ग लेट्यूस / सलाद पत्ता)
Iceberg lettuce is the undisputed king of crunch in my kitchen. I love that magnifique, watery snap it makes when you bite into a fresh leaf—it’s so refreshing! While it might not have the boldest flavor, its professional-grade texture is what makes our 'Veg Mayo Sandwiches' and 'Taco Salads' truly high-quality. In my house, we use it as a cool, crispy base that lets other ingredients shine. It has a very honest and clean character that feels like pure hydration on a plate. I often use large, sturdy leaves as natural 'cups' for healthy fillings, which the kids find very fun to eat. It represents the modern, fresh side of our urban Indian pantry. There is something magnifique about a chilled, crisp head of lettuce on a warm afternoon. It’s a very magnificent tool for adding structural crunch to your culinary creations. I always look for the tight, heavy heads for the most magnifique results. It provides a sense of immediate freshness and vitality.

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Calories
14 kcal
Protein
0.9g
Fat
0.1g
Carbs
3.0g
Fiber
1.2g
Vitamins
Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Folate
Cooking Tips
- • Tear the leaves by hand rather than cutting with a knife to prevent edges from browning too quickly.
- • Chill the leaves in ice-cold water for 10 minutes before serving to achieve a more and crunch.
- • Use the whole outer leaves as a low-carb wrap for spicy paneer or chicken fillings.
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