Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an annual plant of the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is most often grown as a leaf vegetable, but sometimes for its stem and seeds. Lettuce is most often used for salads ...

Smoothies: Some types of lettuce, like romaine, can be blended into smoothies for added nutrients. Types of Lettuce Iceberg Lettuce: Known for its crisp texture and mild flavor, it's a popular ...

People in both the US and Canada have been infected Romaine lettuce has been linked to an outbreak of E. coli in the US and Canada, health officials say. At least 32 people have been sickened in ...