Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Lettuce (leaf/iceberg) is a traditional Ayurvedic leafy-green valued for its bitter, astringent, sweet taste and cooling potency.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Best at midday with a generous oil dressing; iceberg is mostly water — leaf and butterhead varieties carry more substance.
Classical Provenance: Modern usage; see dravya.romaine-lettuce for the sturdier varietal.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- midday salads with oil-lemon dressing
- as wraps for warm fillings
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: vata excess (cold raw salads as whole meals, especially at night)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Lettuce (leaf/iceberg)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 2 cups shredded (72g):
