Lettuce Mix
Harvested young for peak tenderness — best eaten within days and dressed only at the last minute.
Store in
Fridge lined with a dry paper towel
Keeps for
3–5 days very delicate — use it early
Best eaten
Raw dress just before serving
Prep tip
Rinse gently lift out, don't shake — tears leaves
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”The lettuce mix at Cold Springs Organics is a blend of young, tender salad greens harvested at peak softness — a combination of leaf lettuces and occasionally a touch of arugula or other mild greens. It’s a staple of the spring and fall CSA box, appearing when cool temperatures produce the most flavourful leaves. The mix is delicate and perishable by design — eat it within a few days.
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Section titled “How to Store It”Refrigerate in a loosely sealed container or bag lined with a dry paper towel to absorb excess moisture. The paper towel layer makes a significant difference — it prevents condensation from sitting against the leaves and causing rot. Do not pack tightly. Use within 3–5 days; this is one of the more perishable items in the box.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Rinse gently in a large bowl of cold water — submerge the greens and lift them out, leaving any grit on the bottom. Repeat once. Spin in a salad spinner or pat dry carefully; excess water dilutes the dressing and causes the leaves to wilt faster. Do not chop or tear until just before dressing.
Dress only at the last minute — once dressed, the acid and salt in a vinaigrette begin to break down the cell walls and the greens wilt within minutes.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Simple green salad — toss with a light vinaigrette (olive oil, lemon or vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt) and whatever toppings are on hand.
- Grain bowl base — use as the fresh green layer beneath roasted vegetables, a grain, and a protein.
- Wilted — briefly sauté in a hot pan with olive oil and garlic for a fast cooked green — works well with pasta or eggs.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Quick farm salad — toss rinsed and dried lettuce mix with a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, and a pinch of flaky salt. Scatter over thinly sliced radishes, a handful of whatever cheese you have, and a tablespoon of pumpkin seeds or toasted sunflower seeds. Eat immediately.