arugula
noun
aru·gu·la
ə-ˈrü-gə-lə 
-gyə-
: a yellowish-flowered Mediterranean herb (Eruca vesicaria sativa) of the mustard family cultivated for its foliage which is used especially in salads
called also garden rocket, rocket, roquette, rugola
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Newer additions include Sporty Dog Creations, which specializes in combinations like the Delight dog, topped with strawberries, arugula and feta cheese.
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Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2024
Peppery arugula tops a creamy cashew base that mimics a decadent cheese, studded with fresh, juicy figs.
—Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 3 July 2024
Sharp greens, like arugula and dandelion, are tamed with the umami thump of fish sauce (or anchovies), then tossed with lemon juice, slices of seared or grilled steak and shavings of Grana Padano.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 24 June 2024
A couple of handfuls of arugula join the party, and, voilà — dinner is ready.
—Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 19 June 2024
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Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 3 July 2024
Peppery arugula tops a creamy cashew base that mimics a decadent cheese, studded with fresh, juicy figs.
—Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 3 July 2024
Sharp greens, like arugula and dandelion, are tamed with the umami thump of fish sauce (or anchovies), then tossed with lemon juice, slices of seared or grilled steak and shavings of Grana Padano.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 24 June 2024
A couple of handfuls of arugula join the party, and, voilà — dinner is ready.
—Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 19 June 2024
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“Arugula.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arugula. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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