It will keep 4-6 days when stored in a loosely closed container and stored in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.

Predominately used as the principal ingredient in salad, its textures and subtle flavors are a perfect canvas for savory and bold, or bright, fruity companion ingredients. It is also commonly layered in sandwiches or used as a wrap for tuna or chicken. Butter lettuce pairs well with citrus, tomatoes, radishes, chilies, fried and soft-boiled eggs, fresh or aged goat cheese, ricotta, cottage cheese, sheep's milk cheese, champagne, balsamic vinegar, cream-based dressings such as yogurt or buttermilk, dried fruits, apples, pears, melon, roasted chicken, bacon, shellfish, smoked trout, and herbs such as basil, cilantro, and dill.

Butter lettuce contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium and is also a good source of vitamins A and K.