Hi Sindy.
Much like courgettes; I pick off all the first few leaves of my lettuces as soon as I can, like Manda said; it encourages the plant to grow some more.

Also, lettuces don't last long so sow a few every few weeks for a much longer supply.

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moon trials completed:
tomatoes
[46% increase in crop per seed sown and 10% increase in crop per plant]

currently underway:
calabrese
garlic