But in order to enjoy all that lettuce has to offer, it's crucial to wash it well. After all, lettuce grows close to the ...

And do you really need to rinse pre-washed lettuce? I typically buy pre-washed bagged leafy greens. It’s so much easier to just open a container than to wash the greens thoroughly. But ...

To make things even more complicated, some veggies in particular—like lettuce, spinach, and other leafy greens—might come labeled “pre-washed” or “triple-washed” in bags or salad mixes ...

Incidentally, tearing lettuce leaves rather than chopping them after you wash them also helps prevent the release of plant fluids. This is as the leaf splits along the veins when you tear it ...

If you can't find Little Gem lettuce, use hearts of romaine (which are nicely tender and mild) instead. How do you clean Little Gem lettuce? Cleaning your produce is important for many reasons ...