This spicy vegetable belongs to the same family as mustard greens and broccoli.
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Amazing Arugula: 6 Benefits
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You may know arugula as a salad green but did you know that it’s actually a cruciferous vegetable? These small leaves are known for their spicy peppery flavor that can uplift any dish. Get to know arugula including its flavor health benefits and how to cook with it.
Despite its popularity as a salad arugula isn’t actually a lettuce at all — it’s a member of the cabbage family along with cruciferous vegetables like broccoli cabbage and mustard greens. Also known as rocket or rucola arugula is native to the Mediterranean which is why it’s long been a staple in many cuisines in the region including Italian and Greek.
