Available year-roundIceberg Lettuce Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Iceberg Lettuce (Lactuca sativa var. capitata) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler vegetable library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 14 kcal and includes 29 µg folate, 141 mg potassium, 25 µg RAE vitamin A. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Iceberg Lettuce benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 14 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 95.6 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 1.2 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 2.8 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 25 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- About 24.1 µg of vitamin K per 100 g contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 18 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 141 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 7 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.41 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of iceberg lettuce depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Iceberg 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 | 14 kcal | 14 kcal |
| Water | 95.6 g | 95.6 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 0.9 g |
| Total fat | 0.14 g | 0.14 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.018 g | 0.018 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006 g | 0.006 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.074 g | 0.074 g |
| Carbohydrate | 3 g | 3 g |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 1.2 g |
| Total sugars | 2 g | 2 g |
| Ash | 0.36 g | 0.36 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 18 mg | 18 mg |
| Iron | 0.41 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Magnesium | 7 mg | 7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg | 20 mg |
| Potassium | 141 mg | 141 mg |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 0.15 mg | 0.15 mg |
| Copper | 0.025 mg | 0.025 mg |
| Manganese | 0.125 mg | 0.125 mg |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.1 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 2.8 mg | 2.8 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.041 mg | 0.041 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.025 mg | 0.025 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.123 mg | 0.123 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.091 mg | 0.091 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042 mg | 0.042 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 29 µg | 29 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 29 µg | 29 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 29 µg DFE | 29 µg DFE |
| Choline | 6.7 mg | 6.7 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 25 µg RAE | 25 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 299 µg | 299 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 4 µg | 4 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 277 µg | 277 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 0.18 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 24.1 µg | 24.1 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.021 g | 0.021 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.05 g | 0.05 g |
| Glucose | 0.91 g | 0.91 g |
| Fructose | 1 g | 1 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.009 g | 0.009 g |
| Threonine | 0.025 g | 0.025 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.018 g | 0.018 g |
| Leucine | 0.025 g | 0.025 g |
| Lysine | 0.024 g | 0.024 g |
| Methionine | 0.005 g | 0.005 g |
| Cystine | 0.005 g | 0.005 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.023 g | 0.023 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.007 g | 0.007 g |
| Valine | 0.024 g | 0.024 g |
| Arginine | 0.015 g | 0.015 g |
| Histidine | 0.009 g | 0.009 g |
| Alanine | 0.025 g | 0.025 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.125 g | 0.125 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.194 g | 0.194 g |
| Glycine | 0.015 g | 0.015 g |
| Proline | 0.01 g | 0.01 g |
| Serine | 0.025 g | 0.025 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 24.1 µg | 24.1 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0.09 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.021 g | 0.021 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Iceberg Lettuce?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 14 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 14 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Iceberg Lettuce in the kitchen
Iceberg 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.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
