- the Diplotaxis tenuifolia, or the wild species;
- Eruca sativa, that is the type used both in the culinary and herbal-medical fields.
NUTRITIONAL ELEMENTS
The cultivated rocket sprouts are characterized by an excellent flavor which makes them suitable to be combined with many foods. First of all, it is necessary to specify how these sprout naturally when they are in a humid environment and in contact with water, containing very important nutrients within them. Among the main nutritional elements it is possible to mention:- folic acid
- ascorbic acid
- vitamin K
- beta carotene
- potassium
- magnesium
- iron
- soccer
- sulforaphane (typical cruciferous isocyanate
CULTIVATED ROCKET SPROUTS: THE USES IN THE KITCHEN
Just like the leaves of the related plant, the sprouts of cultivated rocket have a spicy and pungent aroma. Thanks to the flavor that characterizes them, therefore, they can be used as a side dish or in mixed salads. However, they can also be eaten steamed or stuffed into ravioli or savory pies. Finally, the cultivated rocket sprouts are also excellent when placed in savory crepes, cold rice and wraps