HEALTHBENEFITS

Consuming two Consuming two cups of arugula will provide you with 20 percent of the daily recommended amount of vitamin A and over 50 percent of vitamin K. of vitamin K.

Vitamin A is good for eyesight, skin health, and normal growth and vitamin K plays an important role in blood clotting and is essential to building strong bones.

Arugula is a great source of calcium and iron.

SHOPPING TIPS

Fresh arugula has long, firm, bright green leaves.

TTry to avoid holes, tears, and yellowing edges as this is a sign that the vegetable is past its prime.

If possible, puIf possible, purchase arugula in bunches with roots intact; this helps retain freshness. If you puIf you purchase arugula with roots, wrap the stems in a moistened paper towel and place in plastic bag in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. This should last two to thlast two to three days. Keep loose leaves in a plastic bag.

HEALTHY SERVING IDEAS

Sauté arugula in a small Sauté arugula in a small amount of olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper and parmesan cheese. Eat as a side dish or top your baked potato.

Add a handful of fresh arugula to an omelet or arugula to an omelet or scramble.

Eat arugula raw in a salad and dress lightly with olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper.

TToss arugula with other mixed greens or spinach for its unique peppery flavor.

Add arugula to your wrap, sandwich, or flatbread.