Arugula leaves, also known as rocket or roquette, are tender and bite-sized with a tangy flavor. Along with other leafy greens, arugula contains high levels of beneficial nitrates and polyphenols.

Grown and used since ancient Roman times, arugula was first used as a medicinal herb and aphrodisiac. The leafy green is now popular in Italian cuisine and is grown and eaten around the world. The leaves tend to be deep green in color with deep notches up and down both sides. Some leaves have full, round ends while others are more pointy. Arugula is frequently eaten raw as a salad green but can also be enjoyed cooked in a variety of dishes.

The peppery flavor pairs nicely with other strong flavors like salty cheeses, bright citrus, and more. It's also used to top cooked pizzas or whirled into pesto. The greens can also be sautéed for a mild side dish or added to soups, pasta, and other dishes.

Health Benefits

Eating fruits and vegetables of all kinds reduces the risk of many adverse health conditions due to their high levels of antioxidants, fiber, and phytochemicals.

Research has specifically linked arugula and other cruciferous vegetables with the following health benefits:

1. Reduced cancer risk

2. Osteoporosis prevention

3. Diabetes

4. Heart health

Recipes

Follow this link to Martha Stewart’s 30 recipes that use Arugula. There are many more by a variety of cooks that you can search for. This just happens to be an easy start.

Benefits of Frisk Fra Boksen Arugula

Many recipes calling for Arugula recommend washing and drying before use because Arugula grown outdoors has sand and dirt on the leaves. Well, we don’t use dirt. Remember our Arugula is grown hydroponically which means the Arugula is clean. Big benefit is no washing. Bigger benefit is that by avoiding washing your Arugula will last longer than 2 or 3 days after washing.

Our Arugula is one of our most popular offerings and sells out regularly to both personal shoppers and restaurants.