Organic
Rocket
"Adding flavor to the world one leaf at a time."
A peppery and flavorful herb native to the Mediterranean region, with delicate leaves and a bursts of flavor in various dishes.
Also known as
Arugula, Rucola, Roquette
Botanical name
Eruca vesicaria
Product Details
PLU Code
94884
5-digit code
Category
Herbs
Arugula/Rocket › All Sizes
Origin
Mediterranean region, Southern Europe
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Shelf Life
7-10 days
Status
Approved
About Rocket
Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, Rocket is often used in salads, pasta dishes, and as a garnish for various recipes.
Nutrition Information
Rocket, also known as arugula or Eruca versicaria, has high nutritional value per 100 grams of edible portion. Here are some key nutrition facts:
Energy 25 kcal,
Carbohydrates 3.7 grams,
Dietary fiber 2 grams,
Protein 2.5 grams,
Fat 0.7 grams,
Sodium 20 milligrams,
Potassium 400 milligrams,
Vitamin A 1625 micrograms,
Vitamin C 29 milligrams,
Vitamin K 130 micrograms,
Calcium 160 milligrams,
Iron 0.6 milligrams,
Zinc 0.4 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for rocket salad (arugula, roquette, rucola, rugula). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 2°C (32 to 36°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Perforated polyethylene bags or breathable containers
Shelf Life
7-10 days
Storage Notes: Delicate leaves wilt and lose water quickly and are easily bruised, and ethylene exposure yellows them, so keep them cold, humid and away from ethylene. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 538-540.
Applies to: rocket salad (arugula, roquette, rucola, rugula).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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