Iceberg lettuce

Although iceberg lettuce originated in America, it is currently one of the most widely eaten lettuces in the Netherlands. The name “iceberg lettuce” comes from the time when this type of lettuce was preserved with ice during the train journey from the American west coast to the east coast. By itself, iceberg lettuce keeps well because it has a dense head. The bite is crunchy and the flavor is slightly spicier than regular head lettuce.

Lettuce is good for:

Iceberg lettuce is very good for you for several reasons. So we list four key benefits for you.

There are vitamins in lettuce. Lettuce comes in many different varieties such as, for example, cabbage lettuce, iceberg lettuce, oak leaf lettuce, corn salad or arugula. Each type of lettuce has its own vitamins and minerals, each with its own benefits. For example, iceberg lettuce is rich in vitamin K. This vitamin helps normal blood clotting and is good for your bones.
Lettuce is also a good source of dietary fiber. Per 100 grams, iceberg lettuce provides you with 1.2 grams of fiber.
Few calories. Lettuce is low in calories and actually high in vitamins and minerals. Lettuce is often eaten with other vegetables, giving you an extra healthy meal with lots of different vitamins and minerals.

Sapje and iceberg lettuce

Lettuce by itself can sometimes taste bland. Because of this, many people make a salad with many additions to improve the taste. An example of such an addition is a dressing. Many dressings contain so many unhealthy fats or sugars that eating a salad is no longer healthy. It is important to us to provide healthy products with as many important nutrients as possible. Thus, we incorporate lettuce into our juices and dishes in a healthy way. This allows you to get these healthy vitamins and minerals in a delicious way!