How Much Protein Is In Lettuce?
Lettuce is a vegetable that is very low in calories.
Protein per cup, shredded or chopped (55g)
0.7
g% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Lettuce
Per cup, shredded or chopped (55g)
0.5g
sugar
Essential Amino Acids in Lettuce
Per cup, shredded or chopped (55g)
9mg
Histidine
21mg
Isoleucine
39mg
Leucine
31mg
Lysine
8mg
Methionine
29mg
Phenylalanine
23mg
Threonine
7mg
Tryptophan
30mg
Valine
More About Lettuce
About Protein in Lettuce
A serving of Lettuce (55g) contains 0.7g of protein, which is 1% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that lettuce is a low source of protein compared to other vegetables.
Compare Protein in Similar Foods
See how Lettuce compares to other vegetables.
Broccoli
per 1 cup (91g)
2.5g
Spinach
per 1 cup (30g)
0.9g
Carrot
per 1 medium (61g)
0.5g
Tomato
per 1 medium (123g)
1.1g
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 168429 | Last updated: 2026-04-06
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