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Salad Mix (Iceberg, Romaine, and Red Cabbage)

Department of Defense fact sheet containing nutritional information for iceberg, romaine, and red cabbage salad mix.

Product Description

Salad mix is in bite-size pieces, pre-washed, and ready-to-serve.

Peak Growing Season

Available throughout the year.

Uses

Salads.

Preparation

Salad mix is pre-washed, just portion and serve.

Storage

Salad mix should be stored at 32–35 degrees Fahrenheit with a relative humidity of 90–95 percent. After the package has been opened, gently push out excess air, clip the end of the bag closed, and store in a refrigerator.

Best If Used By

Unopened packages of salad mix can last up to ten days if properly stored; opened packages should be consumed within two days.

Nutrition Facts

Legend: kcal = kilocalorie; g = gram; mg = milligram; RAE = retinol activity equivalent; IU = international unit

1/2 cup of salad mix provides:

Calories 8 kcal
Protein 0.42 g
Carbohydrate 1.72 g
Fat 0.06 g
Saturated Fat 0.008 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Iron 0.205 mg
Vitamin C 9.1 mg
Vitamin A 45 RAE
Calcium 12 mg
Sodium 6 mg
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g

Sources of Information

Questions:   Food Distribution Program | FoodDistribution@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Friday, October 11, 2024
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