Insalata di Lusia

Grown in the mineral rich soils of the Veneto's provinces of Rovigo and Padua, Insalata di Lusia is a large-leaf lettuce of the Asteraceae Lactuca Sativa family. It is cultivated in two varieties: Capitata or Cappuccia and Crispa or Gentile.

While they are both packed with potassium and calcium, each cultivar has its own distinctive appearance and flavor. A type of butterhead lettuce, Capitata is extremely tender, with a somewhat crunchy core and smooth, loosely-coiled, bright green leaves.

It is perfect for using in sandwiches and wraps. A slightly crunchier Crispa is a type of oakleaf lettuce, it has curly, crumpled leaves and it is perfect for salads or used as an attractive bed for serving other food.