iceberg lettuce
The best known variety of Crisphead is Iceberg lettuce. Iceberg lettuce got its name in the 1920's when California growers started shipping it covered with crushed ice. Previously, it had been referred to Crisphead lettuce.
How to Choose Iceberg Lettuce When selecting Iceberg lettuce, be sure that the head is fresh and crisp, with no signs of wilting, slime, or dark spots on edges.
Where is Iceberg Lettuce Grown?Pacific grows iceberg lettuce year round - in California from April to November and in Arizona from November through March.
How to Prepare Iceberg Lettuce
Wash thoroughly and pat dry the leaves to remove any dirt or lingering insects. Separate leaves and tear into bite size pieces for your salad or leave whole to uses with sandwiches, hamburgers or lettuce wraps.
How to Store Iceberg LettuceLettuce tends to keep well in plastic bags in the crisper section of the refrigerator. Iceberg lettuce keeps around two weeks.
Nutritional InformationIceberg lettuce has some vitamin C, potassium and iron.
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