Do I need to cook microgreens?

No. Eat them fresh. Add them at the end of cooking so they keep their texture.

Are microgreens the same as sprouts?

No. Microgreens are grown in a medium and cut above the root. Sprouts are germinated seeds eaten whole.

Guide

Microgreens 101

What are microgreens?

Microgreens are young vegetable greens harvested after the first true leaves appear — usually one to three weeks after sowing. They are eaten as a fresh garnish or a handful mixed into everyday food.

Microgreens vs sprouts

Sprouts are germinated seeds eaten root, seed and shoot, often grown in water. Microgreens are grown in a medium, cut above the root, and harvested later. They have more leaf, more flavour, and a different texture.

How microgreens are grown

Seed is sown densely on a growing medium, germinated, then grown under light until the stems are a few inches tall. Little Greens plans trays around upcoming apartment deliveries.

Why people add them to food

They add flavour, colour and fresh plant nutrition without needing a new recipe. People enjoy them as one part of a varied, balanced diet.

How to wash microgreens

Rinse gently in cool water just before eating. Drain well. Avoid soaking for long — tender stems bruise easily.

How to store microgreens

Keep them refrigerated in their pack or a loosely covered box lined with a dry cloth. Use within a few days of delivery for the best texture.

How much should I use?

Start with a small handful and adjust for taste. Peppery varieties work well as a finishing touch, while mild and nutty greens can make up a larger part of a salad or sandwich.

You don’t need a fancy recipe

Add microgreens at the end so they keep their texture. Scatter them over poha, upma, dosa, idli, eggs, dal, curd rice, parathas, soups and chaats—or fold them into wraps, salads and smoothies.

Easy Indian-food ideas

Try broccoli greens on masala dosa, radish on chaat or a sandwich, fenugreek with curd rice, pea shoots on lemon rice, sunflower shoots in a breakfast bowl and mixed greens beside dal.

Who typically enjoys microgreens?

Families, busy professionals, fitness enthusiasts, home cooks and food lovers all use microgreens differently. The common appeal is simple: a fresh ingredient that is easy to add to food already on the menu.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to cook microgreens?: No. Eat them fresh. Add them at the end of cooking so they keep their texture.
Are microgreens the same as sprouts?: No. Microgreens are grown in a medium and cut above the root. Sprouts are germinated seeds eaten whole.