leaf lettuce

• Tipo de lechuga que crece con hojas sueltas y abiertas en lugar de formar una cabeza compacta; se usa comúnmente en ensaladas y sándwiches.

A type of lettuce that grows in loose, open leaves rather than forming a tight head, commonly used in salads and sandwiches.

1. Type of lettuceA2formal

   A variety of lettuce that forms loose, tender leaves rather than a tight head, commonly used in salads.

   lechuga de hoja

   • I bought a fresh head of leaf lettuce for the salad.
   • Leaf lettuce is more delicate than iceberg lettuce.
   • She prefers leaf lettuce for its soft texture and mild flavor.