FiberUpHow much fiber is in iceberg lettuce?
Iceberg Lettuce has 1.3 g of fiber per 2 cups shredded (110 g). That is 5% of the daily value and a low amount for an vegetable.
Soluble vs insoluble
The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.
About iceberg lettuce and fiber
Iceberg lettuce is the lowest-fiber salad green in this database: 1.3 grams for two cups shredded. It is crisp and hydrating but contributes little toward a fiber goal.
How iceberg lettuce compares to other vegetables
Per typical serving. The highest vegetable in the database is artichoke at 6.9 g.
| Food | Serving | Fiber | Per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Salad Greens | 2 cups | 1.5 g | 1.8 g | 5% |
| Tomato | 1 medium | 1.5 g | 1.2 g | 5% |
| Celery | 2 stalks | 1.3 g | 1.6 g | 5% |
| Kale | 1 cup chopped | 1.3 g | 1.9 g | 5% |
| Nori (Dried Seaweed) | 5 sheets | 1.3 g | 10 g | 5% |
| Raw Spinach | 2 cups | 1.3 g | 2.2 g | 5% |
| Iceberg Lettuce | 2 cups shredded | 1.3 g | 1.2 g | 5% |
Servings to reach a daily goal
servings of iceberg lettuce to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women
servings of iceberg lettuce to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men
Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.
USDA entries for iceberg lettuce
Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.
| USDA description | Fiber / 100 g | Soluble | Insoluble |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce, iceberg (includes crisphead types), raw | 1.2 g | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
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Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.