It seems cheeky calling this a recipe, it’s so simple!

Rocket varies in flavour; wild rocket is a little more peppery in taste. Don’t be put off; if you don’t like one type then try another.

Use this as a quick starter or side salad to any kind of dish that needs a little nutritional boost. It is full of health supporting phyto-nutrients. It’s an easy way to add to your daily requirement for vegetables. And tasty too!

Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
Serves 2 people

  • 1 x 60 gm packet of rocket, well washed
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 dessertspoon of balsamic vinegar
  • Parmesan cheese strips from a block or a dessertspoon of ready grated cheese
  • Black pepper
Method

  1. Wash the Rocket and arrange on a small plate.
  2. Sprinkle the olive oil over the leaves.
  3. Shake the vinegar over the plate.
  4. Finally use a potato peeler and take a few strips from a block of parmesan or a dessertspoon of ready grated and dress the salad.