arugula

American  

[uh-roo-guh-luh] / əˈru gə lə /

noun

1. a Mediterranean plant, Eruca vesicaria sativa, of the mustard family, having pungent leaves used in salads.

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arugula British  

/ əˈruːɡjʊlə /

noun

1. another name for rocket 2

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Etymology

Origin of arugula

1965–70; apparently < an Upper Italian dial. form, akin to Lombard arigola, Venetian rucola < Latin ērūca name for Eruca sativa (compare Italian ruca ), with diminutive suffix -ola < Latin -ula -ule; rocket ²

Example Sentences

Sure, there’s always a place for a minimalist little arugula number dressed with lemon, parmesan and black pepper.

From Salon

It’s equally at home as a Tuesday night dinner for friends, especially with a sharp arugula salad on the side — peppery leaves glossed in a citrus vinaigrette that cuts through the butter and cheese.

From Salon

Enjoy this pasta coated in a buttery herb sauce or topped with fresh arugula, sunflower seeds, shaved parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

From Salon

Per LaMarita, radish greens are best enjoyed raw in salads and mixed with fresh kale, watercress, arugula, parsley or baby greens.

From Salon

It comes with a little ketchup on it and I get a side salad, which is like arugula and a little Parmesan and maybe a small orange juice.

From Los Angeles Times