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Tuscan Lettuce
Markon First Crop (MFC) Tuscan Lettuce is an upscale pack containing Tango, Oak, Lolla Rosa, Leaf, and Sweet Gem lettuces (depending on season). Harvested only after inspection for maturity, flavor, texture, color, and weight to offer the highest possible yield.
Product Details
Shelf Life:
Julian pack date.
Storage Temperature:
34°-36°F (1°-2°C)
Ethylene Producing:
No
Ethylene Sensitive:
Yes
Kosher:
No
Available Offerings from Markon for Tuscan Lettuce
| Description | Net Weight | Pack | GTIN | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce, Tuscan | 8 pounds or 4 kilograms | 8 LB | 0 06 11628 93190 6 | 6 11628 93190 6 |
Storage Tips:
Refrigerate immediately upon arrival; store at high humidity with adequate circulation.
Handling Tips:
To minimize browning, store lettuce away from ethylene-producing items (apples, avocados, cantaloupe, pears, and tomatoes). Rinse whole fruits and vegetables in clean running water prior to using.
General Usage Ideas
- Create signature entrée and side salads by combining with ingredients like grilled meats, potatoes, onions, and seafood
- Accent lettuce color with toppings such as crumbled goat cheese, roasted beets, and toasted pepitas
- Give balance by tossing with light, sweet ingredients like blueberries, kiwifruit, and pea shoots
Fall / Winter Usage Ideas:
- Use individual leaves for wraps and as a bread replacement with dips
- Slather whole wheat bread with RSS Avocado Pure Pulp; top with sliced heirloom tomatoes, crisp bacon strips, and MFC Tuscan Lettuce
- Purée grilled jalapeno chile peppers, RSS Lime Juice, and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro; toss chopped MFC Tuscan Lettuce with fried tortilla strips; serve on top of grilled mahi mahi; drizzle chile pepper mixture over all
Spring / Summer Usage Ideas:
- Use individual leaves for wraps and as a bread replacement with dips
- Slather whole wheat bread with RSS Avocado Pure Pulp; top with sliced heirloom tomatoes, crisp bacon strips, and MFC Tuscan Lettuce
- Purée grilled jalapeno chile peppers, RSS Lime Juice, and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro; toss chopped MFC Tuscan Lettuce with fried tortilla strips; serve on top of grilled mahi mahi; drizzle chile pepper mixture over all
Did You Know?
Lettuce is low in calories and provides vitamin C, calcium, and iron.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 85 grams
Calories 15
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 25g1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 30mg2%
Iron 1mg4%
Potassium 163mg5%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients:
This product contains Red Leaf, Green Leaf, Lolla Rosa, Red and Green Tango/Oak/Sweet Gem (depending on season).
Allergen Information:
No known allergens in this product.