Recipes for Lettuce

Ingredients

• 2 cups expired lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the expired lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups expired lettuce leaves
• 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
• 1/2 cucumber, julienned
• 1/2 carrot, julienned
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice to make the sauce.
2. Place the expired lettuce leaves on a serving platter.
3. Top each lettuce leaf with grilled chicken slices, cucumber, and carrot.
4. Drizzle the sauce over the toppings and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
6. Roll up the lettuce leaves tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
7. Serve as a delicious and healthy lettuce wrap appetizer or main dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups slightly wilted lettuce
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and onion is translucent.
3. Add slightly wilted lettuce and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to wilt further.
4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
6. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!