Ruby-Red Amaranth
Amaranth is filled with antioxidants and similar nutrients. It can even help lower cholesterol levels! Like other microgreens, is can be used in any form. We were amazed by its beauty and the taste.
How To Grow Microgreens
Microgreens are a wonderful addition to anyone’s diet and are extremely easy to grow at home. Microgreens can be used in a variety of recipes to add punch of flavor and nutrition. Growing microgreens can be done in any location that receives adequate lighting, such as a window sill. The materials needed to grow microgreens are:
Growing Microgreens In Soil
While growing microgreens on just a hemp mat is perfect for most, to elevate the level of flavor and nutrients, growing microgreens with soil is the right choice. The process of using soil is fairly easily and the only extra item that you need can be found at home. You need quality potting soil, rocks, and a hemp mat. Refer to the blogpost on growing microgreens for growing and maintenance instructions.
Re-growable Greens
It’s no wonder that pea microgreens, or pea shoots, are dazzling the world of microgreens. Their slightly nutty flavor combined with a wonderful crunch makes a delicious garnish for any dish. The pea shoots have an amazing property which allows them to grow back once cut. If the pea shoots are harvested with sharp, clean shears of scissors, the roots shall remain healthy and new sprouts should appear. This process can keep being repeated until the plant is not able to sustain itself. Regrowable greens are perfect for those not willing to replant new seeds so often.
Sustainable Source Of Food
Flavors of Microgreens
Storing Microgreens
Kitchen “Farm”acy: Nutritive Content of Microgreens
Who knew that you didn’t have to eat a head of lettuce to get your daily dose of greens? Instead, replace it with a handful of nutritious microgreens. For about 4-8 times the nutrition and a fraction the size, microgreens provide an accessible and easy alternative to mature greens. Microgreens are more nutritious than their full grown counterpart because they are densely packed with nutrients and vitamins in their early stages of growth. As the microgreens grow, these nutrients are dispersed throughout the plant. Therefore, the best time to consume the plant is when they are in their early stages as a microgreen.
