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Beautiful Red Amaranth Microgreens

Prized by restaurants, Red Amaranth microgreens add rich color to salads and entrees.
Amaranth microgreens are rich in Vitamin K, Vitamin C, in addition to iron, which can help with blood clotting, immune function, and red blood cell production. Their protein content is essential for tissue repair. Health benefits can include enhanced immune function, improved bone health, and also better digestion.

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Key Aspects:

Appearance & Taste: Striking crimson-magenta leaves and stems, offering a mild, nutty, and slightly sweet, beet-like flavor.
Nutritional Value: A powerhouse packed with vitamins K, E, and C, plus protein, iron, and calcium.
Uses: Best served raw in salads, as a garnish, or in sandwiches due to their delicate texture.

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Red amaranth is an excellent choice for adding visual appeal to microgreen mixes.

Red Amaranth Microgreens and Grilled Chicken Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4

This hearty and colorful salad features tender grilled chicken with fresh Red Amaranth Microgreens, that are then tossed with crispy vegetables and a zesty balsamic dressing, making for a protein-packed meal.

Ingredients

1 cup Red Amaranth Microgreens
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon toasted sunflower seeds (optional)

Cooking Directions

First, heat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Next, rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
While grilling the chicken, use a small bowl to whisk together balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and also a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
Once the chicken is grilled, slice it and set it aside to rest.
Then, in a large bowl, combine Red Amaranth Microgreens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
After this, toss the salad with the balsamic dressing, and then top it with grilled chicken slices.
Garnish your salad with toasted sunflower seeds for an added crunch and then serve immediately.

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Popcorn Shoots – Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties, Vitamins A, C, and K

Our popcorn microgreens are young, vibrant shoots of a special North American corn variety. They are light yellow, crunchy, and moist, making them a colorful addition to various dishes. These microgreens have a muted sweet corn flavor with a slight grassy taste, which adds depth to culinary creations. They are popular among chefs for their unique flavor and visual appeal. Chefs use them to garnish high-end salads. They are also a great selection for healthy “snacks-on-the-go”.

Nutritional Benefits

Popcorn shoots are rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, plus nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and K. They also provide the minerals iron, magnesium, and calcium as well as beneficial carotenoids and flavonoids. Consuming these microgreens regularly can support overall health, including boosting the immune system, improving bone strength, and helping control blood sugar levels.

Health Benefits

Can help support bone strength (Calcium, Magnesium & Vitamin K)
Provides help that can prevent anemia (Iron)
Acts as an antioxidant
Supports immune health (Vitamins A & C)
Helps maintain good vision (Vitamins A & C)
Promotes healthier skin (Vitamin C)
Helps with constipation (Vitamin C & Magnesium)
Supports cholesterol balance (Magnesium)
Helps with cardiovascular issues (Vitamin C & Magnesium)

Uses in Cooking

Popcorn shoots are versatile and can be added to many dishes. They are great for salads, soups, seafood, and even desserts. It is best to add them at the end of cooking to keep their texture and flavor. They can be used as a garnish or mixed into dishes like burgers, sandwiches, or pasta. Their neutral taste allows for both sweet and savory uses, like blending into sauces.

Storage Tips

Keep popcorn shoots in the refrigerator at 36-40°F in their original packaging (or the crisper section of your refrigerator) to maintain freshness. If the shoots appear to be drying out, a moist paper towel placed underneath them will extend their crisp texture and visual appeal.

Summary

Popcorn microgreens are a nutritious and flavorful addition to meals or used as snacks. Their unique taste and appearance make them a popular choice for enhancing dishes and supporting a healthy diet. They are easy to incorporate into various recipes and offer numerous health benefits, making them a valuable ingredient for both home cooks and professional chefs.

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Find Us at Area Winter Farmers Markets

Want to purchase our microgreens and produce while you are out and about? Here are the local area farmers markets where you can find us in 2025. We offer a wide selection of microgreens at each market, harvested in front of the customers and packaged at purchase.

We grow over thirty different varieties of microgreens and choose the ones that are at their peak for each Farmers Market. If you don’t see the specific microgreen you are looking for at the market, we welcome your special orders upon request. You can either schedule for pick up or arrange for us to deliver your microgreens to you. Free delivery service is available within a 25 mile radius of our greenhouse located in Dousman, WI.

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Winter Markets

DOUSMAN WINTER FARMERS MARKET

Wednesdays 2:00-5:00pm
Starting November 5th

Inside St. Mary’s Church on Highway 67 & 18

MODERN FRONTIER FARM STORE

Saturdays 9:00am-1:00pm Year Round

S12W29953 Summit Avenue, Wales, WI 53188

Directions: From Highway 18 (Summit Ave.), the entrance is the first driveway east of Brandybrook Road.

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Basil Microgreens: A Popular and Potent Vitamin-Packed Power Punch

Basil microgreens are nature’s powerhouse packed with Protein, Vitamins (such as A, C, K) and Minerals (Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium).

We Now Grow Genovese Basil Microgreens

Do you love to make fresh from the garden pesto or caprese salad? You may be using a type of sweet basil known as Genovese basil. Genovese basil is one of the most popular basils for culinary use.

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Genovese microgreens are slightly sweet and have a zesty flavor.

Other Variaties of Basil Microgreens We Offer

In addition to Genovese microgreens, we also grow Cinnamon, Italian, Lemon Thai, and Sweet basils. Contact us to see what is currently growing in our green house.

The unique, aromatic flavor of basil microgreens makes them a versatile addition to various dishes. Serve up salads, wraps, smoothies and pesto. Whip up sandwiches, pasta, soups, veggie bowls, noodle bowls and pizza. Incorporate them into your diet to enhance your nutrient intake.

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Garlic and Lemon Pasta with Basil Microgreens

Ingredients

1 pound spaghetti, dry
½ cup olive oil extra virgin
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon zest
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup basil microgreens
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
freshly grated Parmigiano-reggiano

Directions:

Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil and butter over medium-low heat. Stir in garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, broth, salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium-high. Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
Drain the pasta. Return it to its cooking pot and immediately pour the heated sauce over it. Add basil microgreens and parsley. Use tongs to gently toss the pasta and sauce together. Transfer pasta to a heated serving bowl.
Top with grated Parmigiano-reggiano, a light sprinkling of sea salt and freshly ground pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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Nasturtium Microgreens – Packed with Nutrition, Great Addition to Meals

The leaves of nasturtium microgreens are packed with nutrition, containing high Vitamin C levels, manganese, iron, flavonoids, lutein and beta carotene. Jewel Mix Nasturtium produces a beautiful large-leaf microgreen with a peppery flavor.

This nasturtium is a dwarf variety that performs well as a microgreen. It has a peppery flavor that can taste spicy to some. This Jewel Mix nasturtium is especially attractive as a microgreen because of its unique, large-leaved foliage.

How Others Have Used Nasturtium

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In South America, people use nasturtium leaves as an herbal cleanser, diuretic, and sterilizer to help reduce chest congestion symptoms and wound care.

Nasturtium tea applied to the head stimulates the capillaries and increases circulation and the flow of nutrients to the scalp.

Ways to Use Nasturtium Microgreens with Meals

Both the leaves and stems of the nasturtium microgreens are tasty when eaten raw and fresh. Because of their peppery flavor, Nasturtium microgreens can be used in different ways:

Just like herbs or salad greens, nasturtium microgreens are tasty when eaten raw and fresh
Mix them into potato or egg salad
Add nasturtium microgreens to sandwiches
Stir them into sauces and dips
Blend them into butter or soft cheese for an added spicy flavor
Add nasturtium leaves to oils, dressings, or vinegars
Garnish – muffins, soups or stews
Omelets – mix with chives
Cooked dishes – should be added in the last few minutes
Mix them into your favorite sushi rolls
Street Tacos – add finely chopped nasturtium right to the taco meat just before taking it off the heat.
Guacamole & Salsa – add raw, finely chopped nasturtium (great as a substitute for fresh hot peppers)
Salad Toppings – add finely chopped nasturtiums to salads. It’s good to pair them with sweeter greens, spinach for example, to offset their peppery taste
Replace tabasco in a Bloody Mary
Throw them in a smoothie