Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Head Lettuce

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Flavor: Crisp, watery sweetness.

Type

vegetable

Peak Months

Jun, Jul, Aug

Season Window

May → Sep

Flavor & uses

Crisp, watery sweetness.

Salads, chilled lettuce wraps, grilled halves.

Storage

Keep cold, unwashed until use.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Jun, Jul, Aug

Inspiration (4)

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Versatile Preparations for Whole Lettuce Heads

This recipe explores creative ways to use up a whole head of lettuce beyond just salad, including charring, grilling, and turning it into soup.

Local produce: 50%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Mini Head Lettuces: A Versatile Seasonal Ingredient for Fine Dining

This recipe features tender young mini head lettuces, a Pacific Northwest seasonal ingredient, prepared with simple yet elegant techniques suitable for a high-end restaurant menu.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Head Lettuce Recipes for the Pacific Northwest Seasonal Menu

This collection of head lettuce recipes includes salads, wraps, and even drinks, highlighting the versatility of this seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient for a high-end restaurant menu.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 60%

Sautéed Romaine Lettuce with Garlic and Lemon

A simple yet flavorful dish featuring sautéed romaine lettuce with garlic and lemon, showcasing the versatility of this green.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%