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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.

Four easy microgreens recipes prepared by our team, each with a personal touch. 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.

Between them these four dishes cover the range microgreens work in: salads, breakfasts, smoothies, and full dishes.

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