EVEC Microgreens
Hi everyone, how are you? We hope you enjoyed the previous articles. In today’s post, we return to the section dedicated to the benefits microgreens can offer during pregnancy. This time, we’re moving on to the most fun part: a series of recipes you can prepare and easily incorporate microgreens into. And of course, even if you’re not pregnant, you can still try them!
Let’s get started!
Ingredients
• Rice
• Vegetables: carrot and peas
• Shrimp
• Diced ham
• Eggs
• Soy sauce
• Olive oil
• A handful of kale microgreens, added at the end
Important!
• Shrimp must be fully cooked: raw or undercooked shrimp can carry bacteria or parasites.
• Eggs should also be fully cooked: avoid undercooked or raw eggs (such as in lightly cooked sauces or scrambles).
• Soy sauce is safe in small amounts, though it is high in sodium. It’s better to use low-sodium versions.
As we explained in previous articles, kale microgreens are rich in calcium, iron, and vitamin K, which are essential for bones and blood.
Ingredients
• Whole grain bread (a very Spanish option is to spread a bit of olive oil on the bread, it’s delicious, try it!)
• Sliced or mashed avocado
• Cooked or baked turkey breast
• Pasteurized cheese (such as gouda, cheddar, or mozzarella)
• Sliced tomato
• A generous handful of sunflower microgreens
This sandwich is a quick option for snacks or when there isn’t much time to cook. Sunflower microgreens provide vitamin E and magnesium, while avocado offers healthy fats for the baby’s nervous system. Whole grain bread is also excellent for pregnant women due to its fiber content.
Ingredients
• 1 cup plant based milk or natural yogurt
• 1 banana
• Half a cup of pineapple or mango
• A handful of pea microgreens
• 1 tablespoon of oats or chia seeds
This smoothie is refreshing and nutritious, providing folate, fiber, and plant based protein. It’s also very energizing, perfect for mornings.
Ingredients
• A handful of broccoli microgreens
• Green leaves to taste (spinach, arugula, or lettuce)
• Half an avocado (source of healthy fats)
• 1 boiled egg (remember it must be fully cooked)
• Half to one cup of cooked lentils or chickpeas
• A drizzle of olive oil
This salad is perfect as a side for lunch or dinner, combining plant based iron and vitamin C, which improves absorption and helps prevent anemia. Additionally, avocado and egg provide essential fats and proteins for energy and the baby’s development.
Ingredients
• 4 carrots
• 2 potatoes
• 2 leeks
• 2 zucchinis
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• A handful of chopped radish microgreens
• Salt and pepper to taste
Finally, here’s a light vegetable purée recipe you can include for dinner. Radish microgreens add a slightly spicy touch and are a source of vitamin C and iron. It’s a simple and delicious way to transform a regular vegetable purée into something special.
We hope you give these recipes a try, whether you’re pregnant or not. You can share them with us on social media, we’d love to see your creations and how you enjoy them.
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See you in the next article!
Carlota
