What exactly are microgreens?
What exactly are microgreens? Microgreens are young vegetable greens that are approximately 1–3 inches (2.5–7.5 cm) tall. They have an aromatic flavor and concentrated nutrient content and come in a variety of colors and textures (1). Microgreens are considered baby plants, falling somewhere between a sprout and baby green. Are microgreens healthier? Microgreens are clearly more nutrient dense, meaning typically they are more concentrated sources of vitamins and minerals. And like the full sized versions, microgreens are equally low in energy (about 120kJ or 29kcal per 100g based on US data). What plants are microgreens? Here are a few popular...