Super source
Vitamin A
149 μg · 17% DV target
A peppery, pungent leafy green that provides a sharp culinary bite and serves as a dense source of protective plant compounds and dietary fiber.
Arugula is a leafy green vegetable that contributes to a dietary pattern associated with a reduced risk of chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer .238
As a green leafy vegetable, arugula provides dietary fiber, which is essential for cardiovascular health and should be consumed at levels of 25–40g per day to help manage risk factors like obesity and hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) .812
Arugula is a significant source of dietary nitrates, which are plant compounds that have been studied for their role in improving metabolic health and lipid profiles .911
This vegetable contains lutein and zeaxanthin (carotenoids that accumulate in the eye) and beta-carotene (a precursor to vitamin A), which function as dietary antioxidants to help combat free radicals and prevent cell damage .12
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
149 μg · 17% DV target
81.3 μg · 68% DV target
28.8 mg · 32% DV target
102 μg · 25% DV target
208 mg · 16% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store in a perforated bag with a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.
Low carbon footprint typical of field-grown leafy greens, though water use can be high in arid regions.
In ancient Rome, arugula was used as a potent aphrodisiac and was frequently cultivated in gardens dedicated to Priapus, the god of fertility.