How to Shred Lettuce
Serves 2
10 mins prep
10 mins total
This is the method my mom has used my whole life. Slicing greens thinly like this makes a world of a difference and allows dressing to marinate all through a salad. You can also use this method for other leafy greens.
Make sure the board you are using is not moving around. Either purchase a board with grips, use a non-slip mat or use a damp paper towel underneath.
A sharp knife is a must here. A dull knife will bruise most produce and you are more likely to cut yourself. Wash the romaine lettuce leaves and pat them dry.
Stack 3-4 leaves on top of each-other and roll them up like a cigar and start making thin cuts with a sharp knife. This technique is called Chiffonade and it is a slicing technique in which leafy green vegetables such as spinach, or flat-leaved herb like basil, are cut into long, thin strips.
This cut is accomplished by stacking leaves, rolling them tightly, then slicing the leaves perpendicular to the roll.
