How many calories are in Lettuce, Red Leaf?

A 100 g serving of Lettuce, Red Leaf has 13 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.

How much protein is in Lettuce, Red Leaf?

Per 100 g there are 1.3 g of protein — about 3% of the Daily Value (50 g).

How much fat and carbs are in Lettuce, Red Leaf?

Per 100 g there are 0.2 g of fat and 2.3 g of carbohydrate, including 0.9 g of fiber.

What nutrients is Lettuce, Red Leaf high in?

Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Vitamin A (42% DV).

Vegetables

Lettuce, Red Leaf

USDA reference values for lettuce, red leaf (per 100 g).

13kcalCalories

1.3gProtein

0.2gFat

2.3gCarbs

Protein, fat and carb balance

Share of calories from each macronutrient (per 100 g).

Protein 36.6%
Fat 13.6%
Carbs 49.8%

What this food is high in

42% Vitamin A 375 mcg / 100 g

Shown as percent of the Daily Value per 100 g.

Full nutrition facts (per 100 g)

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% DV*
Macronutrients
Protein	1.3 g	3%
Total Fat	0.2 g	<1%
Saturated Fat	0 g	<1%
Carbohydrate	2.3 g	<1%
Dietary Fiber	0.9 g	3%
Total Sugars	0.5 g	<1%
Minerals
Sodium	25 mg	1%
Potassium	187 mg	4%
Calcium	33 mg	3%
Iron	1.2 mg	7%
Magnesium	12 mg	3%
Vitamins
Vitamin C	3.7 mg	4%
Vitamin A	375 mcg	42%
Vitamin D	0 mcg	0%
Other
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%

* Percent of the Daily Value (Daily Value, based on a 2,000 kcal diet).

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Lettuce, Red Leaf?: A 100 g serving of Lettuce, Red Leaf has 13 kcal. The calories in your portion depend on its weight and how it is prepared.
How much protein is in Lettuce, Red Leaf?: Per 100 g there are 1.3 g of protein — about 3% of the Daily Value (50 g).
How much fat and carbs are in Lettuce, Red Leaf?: Per 100 g there are 0.2 g of fat and 2.3 g of carbohydrate, including 0.9 g of fiber.
What nutrients is Lettuce, Red Leaf high in?: Per 100 g it notably contributes to your Daily Value for: Vitamin A (42% DV).

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