Spring Lettuce Recipes
Mesclun—the name means "mixed" in French—is the traditional combination of baby lettuces available year-round in most supermarkets. But during spring, when newly sprouted baby lettuces begin to appear at local farmers' markets, it's possible to appreciate the particular characteristics of individual varieties. Pair these versatile greens with everything from oranges, fennel, and olives, to goose confit and figs.
