Microgreens are known as the tiny fresh green vegetables that can be easily grown at your home. These Microgreens are traditionally used to enhance the aesthetics and taste of the meal, and nowadays, it has become a mainstream trend to use these Microgreens in all dishes. Since the 1980s, after the introduction of Microgreens to a California restaurant, they have steadily gained popularity across the globe. You can also call these Microgreens as green vegetable confetti or micro herbs as they can add a tempting splash of color to a wide variety of dishes and are rich in flavor. Despite their small size, they contain a huge nutritional punch, which comprises of various high nutrient levels than other vegetables that are green enough. It is a perfect addition to your diet as well.
Microgreen plants are very similar to baby greens in which only their leaves and stems can be eaten with food, and unlike baby greens, they are very small in size and can easily be sold before harvesting. You can purchase these plants as a whole and cut it at home, and try to keep them alive until they are fully consumed. The process of Microgreen production is very convenient as it can be easily grown at various locations, including greenhouses, outdoors and even your windowsill. You can make these Microgreens grow from different sorts of seeds, and the most famous varieties of Microgreens are produced by using the seeds of the following plants.
• Radish, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, watercress, and arugula
• Endive, Lettuce, Chicory and radicchio
• Onion, leek and garlic
• Cucumber, squash and melon
• Quinoa Swiss, beet, chard, spinach and Amaranth
The flavor of these microgreens is usually considered concentrated and strong, and they vary in taste ranging from spicy to neutral, slightly sour or even bitter depending upon the variety. Microgreen production is one of the popular choices for both the novice growers and farmers because they can be produced quickly. These microgreens are highly cost-effective and can be grown all year round. They are also perfect for apartment residents with limited space because they can be grown anywhere. These tiny microgreens can come from just about any vegetable, and make them incredibly versatile dietary addition. Although most often used as a garnish to add a splash of color to the plate, they can also take center stage as the main ingredient in dishes like salads. Here are two main benefits of using Microgreens in your diet, which are as follows.
• High in nutrients
These microgreens are considered as the highly nutrient-dense foods than their mature counterparts because they contain all important minerals and vitamins found in the mature plants. They provide a vast array of nutrients, for example, swish chard is high in vitamin K, vitamin C and vitamin A while beets are rich in folate and manganese. Their microgreen version can help you boost your mineral and vitamin intake easily and quickly.
• Improves the health of your heart
Various studies have shown that heart disease is one of the leading causes of death and accounting for an estimated one in six deaths in the USA. Making nutritional modifications is one of the most effective ways to prevent chronic heart problems and also help in improving heart health.