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In addition to vitamins and minerals, Arugula contains glucosinolates, which are compounds believed to have detoxifying properties and also give the leaves their pungent, slightly… Read More »What Makes Arugula Peppery?

However, bitter foods are incredibly nutritious and contain a wide variety of plant-based chemicals that have significant health benefits. Some of these benefits include a… Read More »Are Bitter Things Good For The Body?

“[Bitter foods] are packed with fiber, both soluble and insoluble, which stimulates the growth of healthy gut bacteria,” say Clifford and Sedivy. Some research suggests… Read More »Why Is Bitter Taste Good For You?

The cruciferous family contains many bitter-tasting vegetables including broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, radishes and arugula. These foods contain compounds called glucosinolates, which give them… Read More »Is Arugula Considered A Bitter?

CD Kitchen explains that subpar vinegars can create bitter, harsh vinaigrettes. Adding too much vinegar (or lemon juice) can also muck up the acid-to-oil ratio,… Read More »How Do You Fix Bitter Salad Dressing?

Preventing Bitter Lettuce So to prevent bitter lettuce, grow it in semi-shade or in the cooler months in hot climates. You can also choose varieties… Read More »What Can You Do With Bitter Lettuce Greens?

Rocket, the herb with spirit. The large quantity of mustard oils in rocket leaves is responsible for the sharp, slightly bitter flavor and its antibacterial… Read More »Why Is Rocket So Bitter?

One of the things that sets arugula apart from other salad greens is its defining taste. Take one bite of its crisp leaves, and you’ll… Read More »Does Arugula Taste Spicy?

Arugula is a slightly bitter, peppery, aromatic herb, used primarily to enhance salads, but also can be used to add distinct flavor to sauces and… Read More »What Kind Of Spice Is Arugula?

Mustard oils are often responsible for salads’ spicy taste. Rockets slight spiciness is therefore the perfect complement to mixed salads that contain milder ingredients –… Read More »Why Is Rocket Salad Spicy?