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4 delicious microgreens recipes
Four easy microgreens recipes developed and tested by our team in Athens — simple ways to turn a tray of fresh greens into something worth eating.
Hello everyone! Today we’re sharing 4 easy and delicious microgreens recipes prepared by our team, each with a personal touch. As you know, microgreens aren’t just nutritious and visually appealing, they also bring fresh, surprising flavors that elevate any dish.
Here are our picks:
Fresh salad with sunflower microgreens by Julia
Julia suggests a simple yet energy packed salad.
- Ingredients: sunflower microgreens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, roasted pumpkin seeds, lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- Instructions: chop the tomatoes and cucumber into small pieces, add diced avocado, and mix with the microgreens. Dress with lemon and olive oil, and top with crunchy pumpkin seeds.
A light and perfect option for hot days.
Gourmet toast with basil microgreens by Carlota
Carlota goes for a breakfast (or quick dinner) full of flavor.
- Ingredients: whole grain bread, cream cheese, thin tomato slices, basil microgreens, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: lightly toast the bread, spread with cream cheese, layer the tomato slices, and crown with a generous handful of basil microgreens. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Easy, quick, and with a Mediterranean vibe.
Green smoothie with kale microgreens by Eliska
Eliska opted for something refreshing and nutrient rich.
- Ingredients: 1 ripe banana, 1 green apple, a handful of spinach, kale microgreens, water or plant based milk.
- Instructions: place all ingredients in a blender, add a little water or plant based milk, and blend until smooth and creamy.
A vitamin packed boost to start your day full of energy.
Vegetarian wraps with radish microgreens by Karolina
Karolina is vegetarian and chose this fun, filling recipe perfect for sharing.
- Ingredients: wheat tortillas, hummus, grated carrot, cucumber strips, avocado, radish microgreens.
- Instructions: spread hummus on the tortilla, layer the vegetables and microgreens on top, roll up, and cut in half.
A quick, nutritious, and portable meal.
And you, which one will you try first?
As you can see, microgreens fit into everything: salads, breakfasts, smoothies, or full dishes. Just let yourself experiment and have fun!
Are you ready to try one of these recipes at home?
Share your creations with us on our social media!
Carlota
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This article is part of the free knowledge portal of EVEC Microgreens. Wherever you are on your microgreens journey, there is a path for you:
- 🌱 Grow microgreens at home — the full beginner path, free
- 📗 Crop guides — how to grow every species
- 💼 Turn microgreens into a business — and if you have no capital, our cooperative gives you free growing space
- 🏫 Teach with microgreens — free classroom materials
- 🔬 The Science Library — research explained in plain language
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