Arugula
Also listed as Rocket, Fresh Arugula, and Baby Arugula.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Arugula is a peppery leafy green. Labels may say arugula, rocket, or baby arugula.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is eaten raw in salads and used as a pizza or sandwich green.
Here is what food agencies say.
Leafy greens fall under FDA produce safety rules.
Here is what research has found.
Like other leafy greens, arugula can appear in pathogen-related produce recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Wash thoroughly. Follow agency notices for specific brands or lots.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026