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.

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.

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

1. First, heat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Once the chicken is grilled, slice it and set it aside to rest.
5. Then, in a large bowl, combine Red Amaranth Microgreens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
6. After this, toss the salad with the balsamic dressing, and then top it with grilled chicken slices.
7. Garnish your salad with toasted sunflower seeds for an added crunch and then serve immediately.

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