March–November in Turkey (approximate harvest period)Curly Leaf Lettuce Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Curly Leaf Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 15 kcal and includes 370 µg RAE vitamin A, 38 µg folate, 194 mg potassium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Curly Leaf Lettuce benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Curly Leaf Lettuce provides 1.3 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
- A 100 g serving contains about 9.2 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Its potassium content is approximately 194 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 13 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- It contains about 0.9 mg of iron per 100 g. Iron contributes to normal red blood cell formation and oxygen transport; absorption from plant foods varies.
- The recorded folate value is about 38 µg per 100 g. Folate contributes to normal blood formation and cell division.
Curly Leaf Lettuce nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 100 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 15 kcal | 15 kcal |
| Water | 95 g | 95 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.4 g |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 2.9 g |
| Dietary fiber | 1.3 g | 1.3 g |
| Total sugars | 0.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Starch | 0 g | 0 g |
| Ash | 0.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 36 mg | 36 mg |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 0.9 mg |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 13 mg |
| Phosphorus | 29 mg | 29 mg |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 194 mg |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 28 mg |
| Zinc | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Fluoride | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 9.2 mg | 9.2 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.4 mg | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 38 µg | 38 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 38 µg | 38 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 38 µg DFE | 38 µg DFE |
| Choline | 13.6 mg | 13.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 370 µg RAE | 370 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 4,443 µg | 4,443 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 1,730 µg | 1,730 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 126.3 µg | 126.3 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glucose | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Fructose | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Galactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0 g | 0 g |
| Threonine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Isoleucine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Leucine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Lysine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Methionine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cystine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Tyrosine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Valine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Arginine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Histidine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alanine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glycine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Proline | 0 g | 0 g |
| Serine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Niacin equivalents | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D3 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Curly Leaf Lettuce?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 15 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 15 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Curly Leaf Lettuce in the kitchen
Curly Leaf Lettuce can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.
Nutrition values can vary by variety, maturity and preparation. Seasonal dates refer to approximate general harvest periods in Turkey, not universal availability. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
