How to Use arugula in a Sentence

arugula

noun
Definition of arugulanext
  • Mound the arugula on plates and top with the sweet potatoes and onions.
    — Carrie Knauer, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, 4 Nov. 2019
  • Remove from heat and stir in the arugula, and the lemon or lime juice.
    — Ethel G. Hofman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2023
  • All are a good match for the dark leafy Swiss chard and the peppery arugula.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 18 Feb. 2023
  • Transfer the sauce to a large serving bowl and add the arugula.
    — Washington Post, 22 Apr. 2021
  • The arugula gets added to the pan for a minute until just wilted.
    — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Any type of salad greens can be used instead of the arugula.
    — Tribune News Service, cleveland, 22 Oct. 2020
  • Add the arugula and toss until just starting to wilt, about 1 minute.
    — Ann Maloney, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2023
  • Once the danger of frost has passed, sow greens like arugula, mache, and mizuna.
    — Heather Arndt Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 16 Mar. 2020
  • To dress the arugula, a bit of the brine from the jarred artichoke hearts that are also featured.
    — Washington Post, 10 Dec. 2021
  • Once the focaccia is sliced and smeared with aioli, the fennel and arugula mix is added.
    — Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Add the arugula and herbs to a large bowl along with scoops of avocado.
    — Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Mar. 2022
  • Add a third of the arugula to boiling water and blanch 10 seconds.
    — Charlotte Druckman, WSJ, 28 Sep. 2020
  • Place the arugula in a very large bowl, ideally one that could hold twice as many leaves.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Aug. 2022
  • If eating more greens is on your agenda for the new year, toss in some arugula.
    — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 5 Jan. 2023
  • This salad features a hearty mix of green beans and arugula.
    — Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 28 June 2023
  • Next to them, bunches of leafy swiss chard, fresh herbs, and peppery arugula thrive.
    — Esther Horvath, National Geographic, 15 Mar. 2019
  • For an extra touch, top with a few leaves of peppery arugula.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2023
  • In a bowl, toss the arugula and basil with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
    — Sally Pasley Vargas, BostonGlobe.com, 17 June 2019
  • The arugula sprouted on schedule, but the lettuce did not.
    — Washington Post, 23 June 2021
  • Meanwhile, in a salad bowl toss herbs, arugula and ground almonds with lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
    — Kitty Greenwald, WSJ, 12 Oct. 2018
  • The Fine Print goes inside the making of it, with plenty of detail about the arugula-loving hams who stole the show.
    — Peter Rubin, Longreads, 7 Nov. 2022
  • This is a great time to be seeding radishes, spinach, lettuce, and arugula.
    — Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Hemp purée is an earthy base while arugula oil adds both freshness and richness.
    — Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Lay the arugula on a serving platter and cover evenly with the dressed veggies and chips.
    — Reem Assil, Robb Report, 11 June 2022
  • Those who need protein will want the half-chicken with harissa, arugula, and potatoes or the whole roast fish.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2023
  • The tangy aroma of fresh-cut cilantro mingles with peppery arugula.
    — Claire Coffey, oregonlive, 25 July 2023
  • Serve with spicy mayo on fresh or toasted buns with a handful of arugula or micro greens.
    — Chris Morris, BostonGlobe.com, 30 June 2023
  • Arrange the romaine and arugula leaves on two dinner plates.
    — cleveland, 1 Aug. 2023
  • In a medium bowl, toss the arugula, 1 tablespoon of the nuts, 1 teaspoon of the oil, 1 teaspoon of the lime juice and the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt.
    — Jim Webster, Washington Post, 19 Feb. 2023
  • Top with arugula, steak, and red onion, drizzling any vinegar on top and roll tightly.
    — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 1 July 2019

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