Lettuce is an annual plant of the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is most often grown as a leaf vegetable, but sometimes for its stem and seeds. Lettuce is most often used for salads, although it is also seen in other kinds of food, such as soups, sandwiches and wraps; it can also be grilled.

Is lettuce considered a carbohydrate?

Lettuce is one of the lowest-carb vegetables around. One cup (47 grams) of lettuce contains 2 grams of carbs, 1 of which is fiber (34).

Are salads considered carbs?

A wide variety of salads can be enjoyed regularly on a low-carb diet. However, commercial dressings — especially low-fat and fat-free varieties — often end up adding more carbs than you might expect. For example, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of fat-free French dressing contain 10 grams of carbs.