Roasted lettuce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Low Fod Map
Health score
100%
Roasted lettuce
20 min.
4
153kcal

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If you're seeking a light and innovative side dish that brings a fresh twist to your meals, look no further than roasted lettuce! This delightful recipe is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Imagine the crispness of Little Gem lettuces transformed by a quick sauté, where their natural sweetness is heightened and their texture is intriguingly tender yet vibrant.

What sets this roasted lettuce apart is its versatility. As a vegetarian and vegan dish, it caters to a range of dietary preferences while also being gluten-free and dairy-free. Each serving is a mere 153 calories, making it an excellent option for anyone looking to keep their meals healthy without sacrificing taste. The addition of olive oil and rice wine vinegar enhances the lettuce, providing a complex flavor profile that complements a variety of mains.

Perfectly cooked in just 20 minutes, roasted lettuce is not only quick to whip up but guarantees to impress your family and friends. Whether you're serving it alongside grilled proteins or as a standalone dish for a light lunch, this recipe is bound to become a favorite. Plus, with a health score of 100 and being low FODMAP, it’s a smart choice for those mindful of their dietary needs.

So why not give roasted lettuce a try? You might discover a new favorite way to enjoy this often underrated vegetable, proving that healthy eating can indeed be delicious!

Ingredients

  • large little gem lettuces 
  • servings salt 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tbsp rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • wok

Directions

  1. Break off the outside leaves of the lettuces.
  2. Lay them on a plate and season with salt. Leave for about 15 mins to 'bleed' and soften.
  3. Heat a large frying pan or wok until very hot. Toss the leaves with the olive oil and stir-fry for just a min until they begin to wilt.
  4. Mix in the rice wine vinegar and drain on paper towel. Tastes better than spinach!

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein15.62%
Fat41.12%
Carbs43.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.5
Glycemic Load
4.08
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.107826124067%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:153.19kcal
7.66%
Fat:8.02g
12.34%
Saturated Fat:1.22g
7.6%
Carbohydrates:18.98g
6.33%
Net Carbohydrates:12.75g
4.64%
Sugar:12.46g
13.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:205.33mg
8.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.85g
13.71%
Vitamin C:96.31mg
116.73%
Vitamin B6:1.24mg
61.75%
Manganese:0.99mg
49.7%
Vitamin B2:0.8mg
47.32%
Potassium:1484.41mg
42.41%
Folate:164.29µg
41.07%
Fiber:6.23g
24.93%
Magnesium:96.35mg
24.09%
Vitamin A:1133IU
22.66%
Phosphorus:215.42mg
21.54%
Vitamin K:21.21µg
20.2%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.13%
Copper:0.29mg
14.46%
Vitamin B3:2.76mg
13.79%
Iron:2.02mg
11.25%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.25%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.96%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.78%
Calcium:85.39mg
8.54%
Selenium:1.15µg
1.65%