"Head lettuce" refers to a type of lettuce that grows in a tight bunch or "head" at the base of the plant. It is commonly seen in the form of green, leafy vegetable used in salads and sandwiches. Full definition
Today, the company is in its third generation of family ownership and continues to be recognized for its high - quality head lettuce, cabbage, pumpkins, berries and more. (fooddrink-magazine.com)
The best greens for edible cups are sturdy head lettuces with thick ribs on each leaf. (bonappetit.com)
When the first chilly wave of fall hits, we trade in the mild head lettuces of summer for the season's bitter and bracing chicories. (bonappetit.com)