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A simple, step-by-step guide to preparing perfectly crisp, cool, and fresh shredded iceberg lettuce. Ideal for tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and salads, this method ensures your lettuce is never soggy and stays fresh for days.
Prepare the Lettuce Head
Wash and Dry Thoroughly
Shred the Lettuce
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A simple, step-by-step guide to preparing perfectly crisp, cool, and fresh shredded iceberg lettuce. Ideal for tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and salads, this method ensures your lettuce is never soggy and stays fresh for days.
This american recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 18.87 calories per serving with 1.21g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side_dish or salad_component.
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While iceberg is classic for its superior crunch, you can also use Romaine lettuce for a slightly more nutritious and flavorful shred. Butter lettuce can also be used, but it will be much softer and is best for delicate salads.
Customize the thickness of your shred. For a finer shred perfect for tacos or garnishes, slice as thinly as possible (1/8-inch). For salads or sandwiches where you want more texture, a slightly thicker shred (1/4-inch) works well.
Composed of over 95% water, iceberg lettuce is an excellent food for helping you stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
Being extremely low in calories and providing fiber, lettuce can help you feel full and satisfied, making it a valuable addition to a weight-loss or weight-management diet.
The dietary fiber in lettuce helps promote regular bowel movements and supports a healthy digestive system.
Yes, shredded lettuce is healthy. It is very low in calories and high in water content, which aids in hydration. It also provides a decent amount of dietary fiber, which is beneficial for digestion.
Iceberg lettuce is extremely low in calories. A 1-cup serving of shredded lettuce (about 72g) contains approximately 10 calories, making it an excellent choice for adding volume to meals without adding significant calories.
To prevent browning, use a very sharp knife to avoid bruising the leaves, dry the lettuce completely after washing, and store it in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb moisture. Limiting its exposure to air is key.
It is not recommended. A food processor's blade tends to tear and bruise the delicate lettuce leaves rather than making clean cuts. This releases excess water, makes the lettuce soggy, and causes it to brown much faster.
The best way to store it is in an airtight container or a zip-top bag lined with a paper towel. Place it in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator, where it will stay fresh and crisp for 3-5 days.
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