3 Creamy Arugula Recipes That Practically Make Themselves

Arugula fans, these dishes bring bold, creamy textures to your table with almost no fuss. Whether you want a zippy salad or a luscious pasta, these are the kinds of recipes you'll find yourself making again and again.

Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
Fresh strawberry arugula salad with goat cheese and balsamic glaze, perfect for spring dinner parties.  Save
Fresh strawberry arugula salad with goat cheese and balsamic glaze, perfect for spring dinner parties. | buenoaytar.com
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Spring Strawberry Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese

Fresh strawberry arugula salad with goat cheese and balsamic glaze, perfect for spring dinner parties.
Fresh strawberry arugula salad with goat cheese and balsamic glaze, perfect for spring dinner parties. | buenoaytar.com

The tangy goat cheese pairs perfectly with sweet strawberries and peppery arugula, all finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a refreshing spring salad.

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Easy Arugula Pear Bowl

Fresh arugula and pear bowl topped with creamy crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts, drizzled with balsamic dressing.
Fresh arugula and pear bowl topped with creamy crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts, drizzled with balsamic dressing. | buenoaytar.com

"I never knew salad could be this satisfying—my lunch was done in minutes and the combo of juicy pears with arugula is everything!" —Dana

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Creamy Linguine with Arugula Pesto

Bright green arugula pesto coats hot linguine, with a lemon wedge and cottage cheese for a creamy finish.
Bright green arugula pesto coats hot linguine, with a lemon wedge and cottage cheese for a creamy finish. | buenoaytar.com

A velvety sauce made from arugula, cottage cheese, and Italian herbs brings a nut-free, creamy twist to classic pesto pasta.

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