1. Sunflower Microgreen & Tomato Bruschetta

Microgreens Used: 1 oz sunflower microgreens

Ingredients:

1 oz sunflower microgreen
1 cup cherry tomatoes (diced)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 baguette (sliced and toasted)

Salt and pepper to taste

Why this works: Sunflower microgreens add a crunchy texture that enhances the bright and tangy flavors of the tomatoes.

2. Pea Microgreen Pesto Pasta

Microgreens Used: 1.5 oz pea microgreens

Ingredients:

1.5 oz pea microgreens
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup pine nuts
8 oz cooked pasta

Why this works: The pea microgreens’ sweet, earthy flavor creates a fresh, herbaceous pesto, perfect for a light pasta dish.

3. Broccoli Microgreen & Potato Soup

Microgreens Used: 1 oz broccoli microgreens

Ingredients:

1 oz broccoli microgreens
4 cups vegetable broth
2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
1 onion (chopped)
1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste

Why this works: Broccoli microgreens provide a delicate, peppery undertone to this comforting soup.

4. Radish Microgreen & Cucumber Salad

Microgreens Used: 1 oz radish microgreens

Ingredients:

1 oz radish microgreens

1 cucumber (sliced)

1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

Why this works: The spicy radish microgreens balance the cool, crisp cucumber for a refreshing and flavorful salad.

5. Microgreen Stir-Fry

Microgreens Used:

1 oz sunflower microgreens, 1 oz pea microgreens

Ingredients:

1 oz sunflower microgreens
1 oz pea microgreens
1 bell pepper (sliced)
1 carrot (sliced)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil

Why this works: The sunflower microgreens provide crunch, while the pea microgreens add a fresh, sweet note to the stir-fry.

6. Broccoli & Radish Microgreen Wrap

Microgreens Used: 1 oz broccoli microgreens, 1 oz radish microgreens

Ingredients:

1 oz broccoli microgreens
1 oz radish microgreens
1 avocado (sliced)
4 whole-grain tortillas
2 tbsp hummus

Why this works: Broccoli microgreens offer a mild crunch, and radish microgreens add spice, making this wrap a flavorful and healthy meal.

7. Pea Microgreen Smoothie Bowl

Microgreens Used: 0.5 oz pea microgreens

Ingredients:

0.5 oz pea microgreens
1 frozen banana
1/2 cup almond milk
1 tbsp honey
Granola and fresh berries for topping

Why this works: The sweetness of the pea microgreens enhances the fruity flavors of the smoothie bowl, making it a refreshing breakfast.

Total Microgreen Usage:

Sunflower Microgreens: 2 oz

(1 oz in Recipe 1, 1 oz in Recipe 5)

Pea Microgreens: 3 oz

(1.5 oz in Recipe 2, 1 oz in Recipe 5, 0.5 oz in Recipe 7)

Broccoli Microgreens: 2 oz

(1 oz in Recipe 3, 1 oz in Recipe 6)

Radish Microgreens: 2 oz

(1 oz in Recipe 4, 1 oz in Recipe 6)

All microgreens from the sampler are fully utilized across the seven recipes!