Monster Gnome MicroGreens
Here at Monster Gnome our tagline is ‘We make what you need’. It was in that spirit that we began to offer our MicroGreens.
We asked area residents and vendors what would most benefit the early Nixa Area Farmers Market events. The response was clear — fresh produce.
Enter MicroGreens!
What are MicroGreens?
MicroGreens are the stage of growth of a plant between a sprout and a baby green which are harvested when the first set of true leaves begin to emerge.
MicroGreens are widely used as culinary garnishing greens and in salads due to their intense flavors and colors, but have begun to grow in popularity because of their nutrient density and early season availability.
MicroGreen varieties differ in taste ranging from nutty, spicy, sour, bitter, or even sweet. No matter the variety, the flavor is considered stronger and more concentrated than more mature greens.
MicroGreen Nutrients
Don’t let their small size fool you because MicroGreens are nutritional superstars. Some varieties contain as much as 40 times more nutrients and 9 times more antioxidants than their fully mature counterparts. This makes them a good addition to any diet!
MicroGreens have high levels of antioxidants and most varieties tend to be rich in copper, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.
Check out the MicroGreens product pages in our shop for individual variety nutrients.
How to use MicroGreens
MicroGreens area a great choice for anyone looking to pack more veggies into their diet. They can be added to almost any dish or snacked on fresh. Even kids love them!
MicroGreens are great in:
- Smoothies
- Salads
- Sandwiches
- Soup
- Pizza
- Fresh Snacking
- And more
