Q: Why eat arugula rather than
regular lettuce?
A: Because regular lettuce is bland and has no spice. Arugula tastes
great with virtually any salad dressing.
Q: How should I use arugula?
A: There are many uses for arugula. While many people think of it
as a salad green, it is used to make pesto/sauce, as an entrée
garnish, and as an herb. Browse through the recipes,
to get more specific ideas.
Q: What does arugula taste like?
A: Arugula has a kind of peppery and sometimes mustardy flavor.
Q: How can arugula be used with other greens?
A: Arugula makes an excellent addition to sweeter or milder greens
such as butter lettuce, baby spinach, or even iceberg. Try arugula
with raddichio or endive to make a traditional "Tri-Color Salad".
Q: What are the health benefits of arugula?
A: Arugula is a good source of calcium. It also helps speed digestion
and metabolism. Arugula is an excellent source of iron, vitamins
A, C, and K.
Q: How many calories does arugula have?
A: A 1/2 cup serving contains a mere 2 calories!
Q: What is the shelf-life of arugula?
A: As with all greens, arugula is best used fresh. We take pride
in the quality and freshness of our arugula. Properly refrigerated
(40ºF), Hydroponic Arugula from Florida Fresh Herbs should
last about a week.
Q: What kind of kitchen-prep is required?
A: Our arugula, unlike much of the competition, is hand-harvested
from controlled environment, insect-resistant greenhouses. Simply rinse the arugula with cool water before serving.
Q: Is arugula a seasonal product?
A: Our arugula is grown year round, insuring ready availability.
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