All about Microgreens

What are Microgreens:

Microgreens are young vegetable greens, falling somewhere between a sprout and baby green. They are harvested, usually, in about 2 weeks after seed planting and have a very high concentration of nutrients when compared to mature greens.

Health Benefits of Microgreens:

• Microgreens are nutrient rich, texture enhancing, flavorful and colorful.
• They are full of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and other essential nutrients.
• Several studies by leading researchers and universities have shown these tiny superheroes to have several times the nutrient density of their mature counterparts, sometimes as much as 40 times more nutrient dense, and these nutrients are at their peak during harvest and soon after that.
• Hence the growing popularity among chefs and caterers nationwide to use locally grown microgreens.
• The attached research article from the University of Maryland and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) explains the several health benefits of microgreens.

Suggested ways to include microgreens in meals:

Microgreens and very versatile and including them in meals are only limited by the home chef’s creativity. So please consider the below uses just as suggestions. Please feel free to experiment with your creativity and if you don’t mind, please share your culinary creativity and adventure for other readers viewing pleasure and motivation (readers blog section for posting / sharing experiences coming soon). Also, since these microgreens are delicate, it is recommended to add them just after cooking, whenever possible!

• Blending with smoothies and juices
• Topping of any number of courses / entrees
• Adding them to sandwiches etc. (favorite with my children is using these microgreens in sandwiches instead of those big & bulky greens / lettuce)
• Including with omelets, pizza, lasagna, soups, salads etc. just after cooking
• Embellishing several foods like jambalaya, stews, stir-fries, curries etc.
• Using in burgers, pasta, quesadilla, noodles etc. just before eating

Few routine things to remember:

• Gently and thoroughly rinse the microgreens just before use (rinse only the qty. you are going to use)
• Keep the microgreens refrigerated when not being used
• Secure the microgreens not being used in an airtight container or reusable airtight bag to maintain and seal-in freshness
• If during meal preparation, too much moisture gets on the microgreens, use a portion of kitchen tissue to very gently dry and then use a fresh kitchen tissue inside the airtight container / bag

• Usually, these microgreens can be enjoyed for 7 – 10 days after harvest, if properly stored as above

Varieties of microgreens / herbs:

While so many different varieties of microgreens and herbs are available and possible, the below microgreens are popular and more readily available:

                   Arugula           Kale                 Pepper Cress               Flavor Mix¹          

                   Broccoli           Mustard          Radish                         Rainbow Mix¹

                   Cilantro           Parsley            Red Cabbage               Salad Mix¹

                   Fenugreek       Peas                Sunflower                    Spicy Mix¹

¹ Flavor Mix (Kale, Pepper Cress, Radish, Red Cabbage) / Rainbow Mix (Mustard, Pepper Cress, Radish, Red Cabbage) / Salad Mix (Arugula, Broccoli, Kale, Peas, Sunflower) / Spicy Mix (Arugula, Broccoli, Kale, Mustard)

For families starting their journey with microgreens and experimenting, a Starter Mix is also available, which is a custom mix of 3 or 4 different microgreens.

(For varieties not listed, please contact us for availability / pricing)

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