Endive vs Arugula

A side-by-side guide to substituting Arugula for Endive (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 1.3 oz of Arugula for every 1 oz of Endive.

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Endive

Base unit: oz

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Arugula

Conversion: Use 1.3× as much (1.3 oz per 1 oz)

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Notes: More peppery, less bitter, more delicate. Use 30% more; best raw; wilts easily when heated.

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When to use Arugula instead of Endive

More peppery, less bitter, more delicate. Use 30% more; best raw; wilts easily when heated. The conversion is use 1.3× as much (1.3 oz per 1 oz).

Common questions

Can I substitute Arugula for Endive?

Yes — More peppery, less bitter, more delicate. Use 30% more; best raw; wilts easily when heated. Ratio: Use 1.3× as much (1.3 oz per 1 oz).

What's the conversion ratio for Endive to Arugula?

Use 1.3× as much (1.3 oz per 1 oz). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Endive and Arugula interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but More peppery, less bitter, more delicate..

Is Arugula a better substitute than other options for Endive?

Arugula is one of the options SubSwap lists for Endive. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Endive substitutes.

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