Nutrition referenceGreen leaf lettuce is a loose-leaf lettuce with tender, frilled green leaves and a mild flavor. Per 100 g it provides about 22 calories with 4.1 g carbs.
Nutrition facts
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About this food
Green leaf lettuce is a loose-leaf lettuce with tender, frilled green leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It is commonly used in salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
Nutritionally, green leaf lettuce is very low in calories. Per 100 g it provides about 22 kcal, 4.1 g of carbohydrates, 1.1 g of protein, and 0.2 g of fat.
Green leaf lettuce is mostly water and is usually eaten raw. For accurate tracking, weigh the lettuce and use the serving sizes below.
Plan your portion
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical cup of shredded lettuce (about 36 g) provides roughly 8 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 22 kcal | 4.1 g | 1.1 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 cup shredded | 36 g | 7.9 kcal | 1.5 g | 0.4 g | 0.1 g |
| 2 cups shredded | 72 g | 15.8 kcal | 2.9 g | 0.8 g | 0.1 g |
Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.
Questions and answers
Green leaf lettuce provides about 22 calories per 100 g.
Yes. Green leaf lettuce provides only about 22 calories and 0.2 g of fat per 100 g.
Green leaf lettuce is mostly water and provides about 4.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
