Lollo Rosso, Each

Lollo Rosso Lettuce is a whole Lollo Rosso lettuce – the deep crimson, tightly curled Italian lettuce with a pleasantly mild and slightly bitter flavour. Lollo Rosso is one of the most visually striking of all lettuces. As a result, it brings a dramatic colour and texture to any salad. Furthermore, the curled leaves hold dressings extremely well and provide a satisfying texture. In particular, it is a staple of Italian salad culture and appears on almost every restaurant table in Italy.

About Lollo Rosso Lettuce

We source our vegetables and seasonal produce from specialist growers across Britain and Europe. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour, condition and provenance. As a result, the produce we deliver meets a standard well above what most supermarkets carry. Furthermore, we prioritise seasonal and heritage varieties over commodity produce. These varieties exist because growers selected them for taste, not yield or shelf life. However, they require more care and attention to grow. In particular, heritage and specialty vegetables often have shorter seasons and more demanding growing conditions. Additionally, we work with growers who share our commitment to quality. A short supply chain from grower to your door makes all the difference to freshness. That is why Lollo Rosso Lettuce from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Lollo Rosso Lettuce From Us

Cooking with genuinely seasonal and specialty produce transforms everyday dishes. In contrast to commodity vegetables, these varieties carry a depth of flavour that rewards simple treatment. As a result, the best preparation is often the simplest. Furthermore, freshness is everything with vegetables. We deliver direct from our suppliers so you cook with produce at its peak. However, even the finest vegetables need a little attention in the kitchen. In particular, most benefit from minimal cooking rather than long boiling. Moreover, good olive oil, sea salt and a little acidity — lemon juice or a splash of vinegar — bring out the best in almost everything. Additionally, the variety and provenance of what you cook matters. That is why we choose these ingredients so carefully.

How to Cook Lollo Rosso Lettuce

To get the very best from Lollo Rosso Lettuce:

• Separate the leaves and wash thoroughly – the tight curls hold soil and need careful rinsing.
• Use as a base for a dressed salad with a simple red wine vinaigrette or lemon dressing.
• Furthermore, Lollo Rosso makes a classic Italian mixed salad alongside Lollo Biondi and radicchio.
• Additionally, use as a bed for grilled meat, fish or a composed antipasto platter.

Perfect Pairings

Lollo Rosso Lettuce pairs beautifully with:

• A simple red wine vinaigrette, lemon and good olive oil for the most natural treatment
• Lollo Biondi alongside for the classic Italian two-tone salad
• A chilled glass of Vermentino, Soave or a light Barbera alongside
• Prosciutto, anchovy, tuna or a simple grilled chicken alongside

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within a few days of delivery. Most vegetables are best stored unwashed in the fridge. However, root vegetables and onions keep well in a cool, dark, dry place. Furthermore, use as soon as possible after delivery for the finest flavour. Delivered fresh and ready to prepare.

However you prepare it, Lollo Rosso Lettuce brings a depth of flavour and quality to the table that commodity produce simply cannot match. Moreover, cooking with the finest seasonal produce is one of the great pleasures of the kitchen.