When we eat at Edo’s Squid – one of our favorite Richmond restaurants – Squid with Arugula and White Beans is the go to appetizer. Although we don’t know Edo’s secret, this recipe mixes the same elements, playing acidity of lemon juice and balsamic off of spicy arugula and red onion; rounding it all out with earthy beans and the mild ocean flavor of squid.
SERVES 4
TOTAL TIME: 25 MINUTES
SERVE WITH FETTUCCINE ALFREDO AND RADISH WITH UMAMI DRESSING
baby arugula
This modified classic pesto recipe substitutes arugula for basil, resulting in a sauce that’s less sweet and has a little bite. Since arugula is a cool weather crop and basil grows in the heat of summer, this recipe is best used in spring and fall to make the most of seasonal produce. Serve arugula pesto on pasta, poultry, fish or bread – it’s delicious on damn near anything.
TOTAL TIME: 10 MINUTES
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: food processor
Astro Arugula
