10 Creative Ways to Use Microgreens in Everyday Meals
The journey of growing my own microgreens at home has been nothing short of exhilarating this winter. I researched and executed growing microgreens as a hobby and I have since become more adventurous with incorporating them into my meals. These tiny greens are not only a powerhouse of nutrients but also elevate the flavor profile of various dishes. Here are 10 creative ways to use Microgreens in everyday meals!
Want to grow microgreens for yourself check out my post: How to Grow Microgreens Indoors: A Beginner’s Guide
Microgreens are tiny but mighty greens that pack a punch of flavor and nutrition. These young vegetable and herb seedlings are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals, making them a powerhouse addition to any meal. When you are eating healthy, having something green at every meal is a must and without a doubt microgreens make that transition super easy.
1. Add to Fresh Salads–Power-Packed Salads:
Microgreens make every salad look restaurant-ready! I sprinkle them generously over my salads for an extra nutrient boost and an enhanced aesthetic appeal.
2. Upgrade Your Sandwiches & Wraps
I’ve swapped out traditional lettuce for microgreens in my sandwiches and wraps, making each bite nutritious and flavorful without being overly bulky.
3. Blend into Smoothies
Are you ready to kickstart your mornings by blending a handful of microgreens into your smoothies. They seamlessly mesh with fruits like bananas and berries, giving me an energetic start to the day. All you need are the ingredients and a blender and you will have a nutrient packed delicious start to your day! Here’s a recipe for you to start your morning routine with a microgreens recipe!
4. Elevate Breakfast Dishes
By far the easiest way to boost an omelet with fresh nutrients, add microgreens. Whether scrambled or as an omelet, adding microgreens introduces a fresh crunch and vibrant taste to my usual eggs, making breakfast a more exciting affair. Not to mention giving those extra nutrients to the rest of the family to start their day!
5. Use as a Garnish for Soups & Stews
A sprinkle of microgreens over a hot bowl of soup or stew not only adds a nutritional boost but also an appealing garnish. I especially love radish microgreens over an Asian style soup for a little zest.
Let’s Keep Going: 10 Creative Ways to Use Microgreens
Microgreens are an easy substitute for other greens in your diet and as you can see by these recipes all in all an easy addition to your everyday meals! 5 More recipes to go! Are you getting hungry yet?
6. Sprinkle Over Pizza
After baking, why not top pizzas with a handful of fresh microgreens. They add texture and a peppery note that complements the cheese and sauce beautifully. In the same way the contrast of the deep greens complements the pizza colors.
7. Make a Flavorful Pesto or Butter Spread
I am experimenting with replacing basil with microgreens in pesto sauce for a unique twist. This variation pairs perfectly with pasta. In the past I have used parsley instead of basil similarly microgreens will also work for this Italian dish.
8. Enhance Tacos & Burritos
Microgreens make a great topping for tacos or burritos. Simple add them after the taco sauce and cheese instead of lettuce and you have a superior nutrient packed meal.
9. Add as Garnish instead of parsley
Adding a green garnish to the dinner plate elevates the occasion. Adding microgreens as a garnish no only elevates the presentation but adds valuable nutrients for the diner.
10. Healthy Dips and Sauces
Blending microgreens with ingredients like avocados creates creamy, nutrient-dense dips, which I enjoy with crackers or sliced veggies. Perfect appetizer before a barbecue or picnic.
More Ideas for Microgreens
You can simply add microgreens to complement quinoa, rice bowls, and pasta. Cream soups are perfect for adding microgreens or how about any of your Mediterranean, Asian, or Italian dishes?
Whether you grow microgreens at home or buy them fresh from a local market, they are an easy and delicious way to enhance your favorite dishes. From salads and sandwiches to smoothies and soups, microgreens can elevate both the taste and presentation of your meals. As you explore these 10 creative ways to use microgreens in your everyday cooking, I hope you will enjoy their fresh, vibrant benefits in every bite!
Let me know if you have found more ways to use microgreens in your everyday meals so I can add them to my recipes!
