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Nutritional Value

  • Water 95 g   

  • Energy 15 kcal   

  • Energy 62 kJ   

  • Protein 1.36 g   

  • Total lipid (fat) 0.15 g   

  • Ash 0.62g   

  • Carbohydrate, 2.87g   

  • Fiber, total dietary 1.3 g   

  • Sugars, 0.78g   

  • Calcium,  0.86mg   

  • Magnesium, Mg 13 mg   

  • Phosphorus, P 29 mg   

  • Potassium, K 194 mg   

  • Sodium, Na 28 mg   

  • Zinc, Zn 0.18 mg   

  • Copper, Cu 0.029 mg   

  • Manganese,  0.25 mg   

  • Selenium,  0.6 µg   

  • Vitamin C, 9.2 mg   

  • Thiamin 0.07 mg   

  • Riboflavin 0.08 mg   

  • Niacin 0.375 mg   

  • Pantothenic acid 0.134 mg   

  • Vitamin B-6 0.09 mg   

  • Folate, total 38 µg   

  • Choline, total 13.6 mg   

  • Betaine 0.2 mg   

  • Vitamin A, RAE 370 µg   

  • Carotene, beta 4440 µg   

  • Vitamin A, IU 7400 IU   

  • Lutein  1730 µg   

  • Vitamin E 0.22 mg   

  • Vitamin K 126 µg   

  • Fatty acids, 0.02 g   

  • Fatty acids, 0.006 g   

  • Fatty acids 0.082 g   

  • Tryptophan 0.009 g   

  • Threonine 0.059 g   

  • Isoleucine 0.084 g   

  • Leucine 0.079 g   

  • Lysine 0.084 g   

  • Methionine 0.016 g   

  • Cystine 0.016 g   

  • Phenylalanine 0.055 g   

  • Tyrosine 0.032 g   

  • Valine 0.07 g   

  • Arginine 0.071 g   

  • Histidine 0.022 g  

  •  Alanine 0.056 g   

  • Aspartic acid 0.142 g   

  • Glutamic acid 0.182 g   

  • Glycine 0.057 g   

  • Proline 0.048 g   

  • Serine 0.039 g   

Lettuce

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The nutritional analysis of lettuce microgreens reveals high levels of vitamins A, C, and K, along with significant amounts of manganese, lutein, and zeaxanthin.

Nutritional Value

Humble lettuce microgreens are a silent powerhouse of vitamins K (105% RDI), A (41.11%), and C (10.22%), lutein + zeaxanthin (28.83%), and manganese (10.87%). They contain 18 20 amino acids in small quantities, including all 9 essential ones. The high levels of antioxidants in lettuce microgreens, particularly beta-carotene, boost the immune system, promoting eye health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

Bone and Blood Health
The essential element for the health of blood clotting and bone is vitamin K. According to a study titled “Vitamin K and Bone Health: A Review on the Effects of Vitamin K Deficiency and Supplementation and the Effect of Non-Vitamin K Antagonist Oral Anticoagulants on Different Bone Parameters” by J. M. Beulens et al., The risk of bone fractures is increased if vitamin K deficiency occurs, and sufficient intake may help to maintain good bone health.

Heart Health
Antioxidants in lettuce microgreens may help reduce the risk of heart disease by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation

Eye Health and Cell Growth
Lettuce microgreens’ high vitamin A content benefits eye health, immune function, and cell growth. Vitamin C, a potent antioxidant, helps protect the body against free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases. In addition, it has a vital role in the synthesis of collagen and wound healing as well as iron absorption.

Cardiovascular health
A study published in the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism found that consuming lettuce microgreens increased the levels of beneficial compounds in the blood associated with cardiovascular health.

Cancer prevention
Some research suggests that lettuce microgreens may have cancer-preventive properties. For example, a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that lettuce microgreens had higher levels of lutein and zeaxanthin. These two antioxidants have been linked to a reduced risk of certain types of cancer.

Weight Loss
For those who want to lose weight, lettuce microgreens are low in calories, fats, and sugars and moderately high in fiber.

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