Romaine
With crisp textured leaves and slightly bitter taste, romaine is the preferred lettuce for most salads. When purchasing romaine look for fresh bright leaves and crisp ribs free from wilt and discoloration.
Care and Handling
Store at 32°-34° F with 90-95% relative humidity
Packing
24 count Climapak carton
Availability
Year-round
Did You Know?
Romaine lettuce is an excellent source of vitamin C and beta carotene, two important nutrients that work together to prevent the oxidation of cholesterol. When cholesterol oxidizes it attaches to artery walls forming plaques, which can lead to a blockage or clot.
