Sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca) can be found in coastal areas almost all over the world. With its round shape, light green, fine leaves and a diameter of 20–30cm, it is reminiscent of a head of lettuce. It thrives in plenty of sunlight from the intertidal zone to the shallow sublittoral as well as free swimming in places. However, it is mainly found attached to rocks, mussel shells or larger foreign algae. Due to its high nutritional quality, fresh colour and tasty aroma, sea lettuce has been highly valued for many generations when dried and finely ground as a seasoning and as a tasty sea vegetable in a variety of dishes.
Organic
Sea Lettuce
Raw
SKU
7139-bio
This small batch raw sea lettuce come from certified organic, natural seawater culture on a small family-owned farm in Donegal Bay in northwest Ireland. The seaweed has been sustainably harvested by hand and gently air-dried, resulting in a uniquely subtle umami flavour. 90g
- High-quality sea lettuce made from sea lettuce flakes from natural seawater culture in the north-west of Ireland
- Harvested by hand at low tide
- Gently dried at low temperatures
- Certified organic, small batch product with naturally high protein content
- Light green flakes
- Subtle umami flavour with a fresh aroma of hay and oats
- Iodine content of seaweed is subject to natural fluctuations
- Versatile uses: can be used for refining salads and hot dishes
- No additives
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Finest Origin - Highest Grade
- Sea lettuce from Donegal Bay in northwestern Ireland
- Raw and organic; no additives
- Harvested at low tide over a few weeks of the year
- Harvested and sorted exclusively by hand
- Gentle drying at temperatures below 40°C
- Water quality in the bay regularly inspected by state authorities
- Harvest area is partially located in the protected Special Area of Conservation (SAC)
- The majority of the beaches in the bay have been awarded with highest water quality
How are we different?
We source our small batch organic sea lettuce from the vast Donegal Bay on Ireland's rugged north west coast, where harvesting seaweed has been a tradition for generations. We source our dulse from a family business that has been specialising in producing gourmet dried seaweed for 20 years. The seaweed is harvested and sorted exclusively by hand, ensuring a high-quality selection and a sustainable, environmentally friendly harvest. They are then dried gently at very low temperatures to preserve the quality of the seaweed, which is naturally rich in iodine. Past harvests indicate that iodine content are subject to strong fluctuations.
Packed in a particularly high-quality, resealable standing pouch with zipper. A coating with 7 protective layers provides extremely high barrier security for maximum protection against the effects of harmful substances.
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- Raw materials sourced exclusively from premium suppliers who are committed to fair working conditions
- Our select raw materials are the basis of all our formulations
- Gentle on-site processing
- High-quality production (freeze drying, cold pressing)
- No artificial additives (no artificial flavours/sweeteners or ascorbic acid)
- Complete avoidance of all unnecessary additives and adjuvants
- We voluntarily disclose every ingredient
- Systematic quality testing in independent laboratories
- High-quality bags featuring an aroma barrier, compostable pouches and amber glass used for packaging
- Packaged in the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards
- Stored in non-toxic containers
- Shipped in mineral oil–free boxes
- All products guaranteed 100% free from magnesium stearate, nanoparticles (no legal opportunism), titanium dioxide, genetic engineering and artificial colours and flavours
- We avoid added sugar and sweeteners whenever possible – we only deliberately add them when necessary, such as for functional or product-specific reasons
Sea Lettuce
Cultivation & Processing
Our high-quality sea spaghetti is sourced from a family business who cultivates seaweed in seawater cultures in the remote northwest of Ireland. The harvesting area is partly located in a protected area called the Special Area of Conservation (SAC), which sets strict conditions for harvesting in order to respect and protect the environment. The water quality of Donegal Bay is also regularly tested by the government; several beaches in the bay have been awarded for having the best water quality.
Due to the strong tides and rough seas, the harvesting season is restricted to occur at low tide for a only few weeks each year. This unique algae can grow up to 2m long, indeed mimicking olive green spaghetti.
The seaweed is carefully harvested and sorted by hand and then gently dried with a dehumidifier at temperatures below 40°C. This careful process ensures that the unique flavour and nutrients are preserved.
Nutritional Values
Ingredients: Sea Lettuce⤉ (Ulva lactuca L.) Flakes.
⤉ certified organic
| Nutritional Values per 100g | ||
| Energy | 546kJ / 130kcal | |
| Carbohydrate | 42g | |
| of which sugars | 0.5g | |
| Fat | 0.8g | |
| of which saturates | 0.2mg | |
| Protein | 15g | |
| Salt | 3.4g | |
Organic Certification
PL-EKO-01
EU-Landwirtschaft
Serving Suggestion
Use soaked and cooked al dente in hot dishes or salads. Food for daily use. Do not exceed a daily intake of 2g.
Note: May contain high levels of iodine. Excessive intake of iodine can lead to thyroid dysfunction.
Product Details
| Origin | Donegal Bay, Ireland |
| Production | In-house production in Europe, packaging in the EU according to HACCP, GMP / ISO 22000:2018 standards Finished products packaged in non-toxic pouches Shipping in mineral oil-free boxes |
| Packaging | High quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouches to preserve flavour and protect against oxidation and contamination |
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Our philosophy
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.
