Dishes with arugula arugula - 58 cooking recipes

Arugula (brassica family) is a spicy plant with green leaves that have a peppery flavor. Arugula leaves are used as a vegetable (in salads). It is also called “rocket salad” or “arugula”.

Dishes with arugula arugula

Arugula (domesticated arugula) is used in sauces and salads to give them a strong aroma, piquant and spicy taste. It is widely used in North African and Mediterranean cuisines. In Italy, arugula is minimally cooked and served with meat dishes or raw pasta. Arugula often serves as a substitute for basil in pesto sauce. Sometimes risotto or pizza is prepared with arugula (add it a couple of minutes before cooking). Arugula with cheese is a popular filling for pies in Slovenia. On the island of Ischia (Italy), arugula is used to make the alcoholic drink rucolino. This plant can replace salt in many dishes.