Known since ancient times, the rocket is an annual herbaceous plant in the Brassicaceae (Cruciferae) family. Its leaves are fleshy, oblong, narrow and toothed, elongated and frilly.

HEALTH BENEFITS

It can be eaten raw or cooked, it has a very characteristic smell and an unmistakably spicy and pleasant taste which makes it versatile and suited for many different dishes: by itself, with other vegetables, as a pizza topping, with pasta, red meat or white meat.

In addition, eating a few rocket leaves can facilitate digestion and improve liver health. The consumption of rocket is especially indicated for those who are in a state of mental and physical weakness as it facilitates the recovery of the organism.