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| ( Eruca sativa ) | |
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| Description | |
| The Rocket belongs to the family of Cruciferae. Its very small seed is round-shaped and brown coloured. Rocket sprouts are ready to be eaten in 5/6 days. If it is excessively watered during the germination process, an external jelly-like membrane may appear, which often favours moulds. |
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| Properties | |
| Rocket sprouts are rich in vitamins A and C and minerals such as Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus and Magnesium. They have appetizer and diuretic properties, as well as an anti-scorbutic and emollient efficacy. They also stimulate the organism’s recovery. |
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| Use | |
| Rocket sprouts have a definitely sharp taste and are used to spice up salads, cold pasta dishes or together with hors d’oeuvres and cheese. |
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| One of the many recipes | |
Cold pasta with mussels and rocket sprouts |
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