Romaine Lettuce

99 Excellent

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Vegetables
Summary

Romaine lettuce is a minimally processed, nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is low in calories and high in essential vitamins such as A, K, and C. Its simple, single-ingredient nature and lack of any additives or harmful substances contribute to its high health rating. This product is an excellent example of a whole food that retains its nutritional integrity.

Key ingredients 1

Romaine Lettuce
Good

Romaine lettuce is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is low in calories and high in vitamins A, K, and C. It is minimally processed and typically consumed raw, preserving its nutritional content. The crisp texture and mild flavor make it a versatile ingredient in salads and other dishes.

Benefits

Rich in vitamins A, K, and C, which support immune function, bone health, and skin health. Provides dietary fiber that aids in digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

Get the full breakdown in the Scout appTake Scout shopping

Scan any product to see lab results, healthy alternatives, and your personalized analysis.

Romaine Lettuce

Image: Open Food Facts (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Common questions

Is Romaine Lettuce healthy?

Romaine Lettuce scores 99/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Romaine lettuce is a minimally processed, nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is low in calories and high in essential vitamins such as A, K, and C.

How processed is Romaine Lettuce?

Romaine Lettuce is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Romaine Lettuce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Romaine Lettuce counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

You might also like

See more

More in Vegetables