Microgreens and Micro Herbs offer significant health benefits due to their high concentration of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients, which are 40 times more concentrated than their mature counterparts.
They help support the immune system, protect against disease, promote healthy digestion and may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Common nutrients include vitamins A, C, E, K, fibre, polyphenols and sulforaphane, with different varieties providing different profiles.
Microgreens and micro herbs are incredibly versatile, enhancing any dish with vibrant flavour, colour, and aroma.
Restaurants can incorporate microgreens into salads, sandwiches, soups, entrees and desserts. Microgreens can be used as a garnish, mixed into dishes to add flavour and nutrition or used as a main ingredient.
Home growers can use microgreens to add a concentrated nutritional boost to their meals.
They can ben blended into fruit smoothies or fresh juices to easily incorporate a high concentration of vitamins and minerals. Pea shoots, broccoli and kale are great options.
Microgreens grow quickly providing a steady supply of fresh, homegrown produce even in winter.