Iceberg Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce is a variety of crisphead lettuce which is widely consumed across the world. It is characterized by tightly furled, crunchy leaves and a mild, sometimes watery flavor. There are many uses for iceberg lettuce, including salads, some ethnic cuisine, and garnishes. Iceberg Lettuce is characterized by compact heads, light green color, crisp texture and delicate flavor.

Storage
» Store in the coldest area of the walk-in refrigerator. Kitchen heat can cause yellowing and wilting.
» Store in the original container and with original plastic sleeves (if present) to protect. Do not stack heavy objects on the tops of cases to limit the potential of crushing the product.
» Keep away from drafts from the cooler fan. Iceberg lettuce is highly susceptible to dehydration.
» Iceberg lettuce is extremely susceptible to ethylene damage. Store away from ethylene producing fruits, such as avocados, apples and melons, where possible. Ethylene damage can appear as brown russet spots.

Handling
» Follow good rotation practices, first shipments received should be used first.
» Handle with care, outside leaves tear easily.
» Expected shelf life of iceberg lettuce is 4-5 days.
» Never place the case or raw product on non-sanitized kitchen counter tops to prevent the potential for cross contamination.

Preparation
» Prepare as needed. Try not to use product from the previous day.
» Rinse thoroughly prior to preparation.
» Store prepared product in refridgerator.