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Slegers Microgreens
Microgreens are tender, young greens grown in soil from the seeds of vegetables, greens, and herbs. They are about 1.5 " to 5" in height, with two fully-developed cotyledon leaves (first leaves of a seedling). Slegers living organic Microgreens are ready to eat when you purchase them. They are packaged living in the soil so you recieve the benefit of maximum freshness, vitamins, minerals and active enzymes when you eat them. To care for our Microgreens please add a little water if soil appears to be dry. Simply snip our microgreens, rinse, and serve!
Scientific Research on Nutritional Content
A team of scientists from the University of Maryland and the U.S. Department of Agriculture analyzed the nutrient composition of 25 commercially available microgreen varieties. Their study concluded that microgreen cotyledon leaves had considerably higher nutritional densities than their mature counterparts. Depending on the microgreen, there were higher levels of vitamin C, Beta-Carotene, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K along with other vitamins and minerals. The study also suggests that the more exposure to sunlight for photosynthesis the higher the nutritional content found. This large-scale microgreen study was published in the August 2012 issue of the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry.
Reference…Xiao Z, Codling EE, Luo Y, Nou X, Lester GE, Wang Q. Microgreens of Brassicaceae: Mineral composition and content of 30 varieties. J Food Compost Anal [Internet]. 2016 [cited 2017 Mar 15];49.87-93.
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A very nutrient rich food. High in magnesium and the amino acid Lysine. Gorgeous, bright red leaves and mild flavour accent any dish. Store on countertop
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Add Arugula's nutty flavour to salads, pastas, grains, sandwiches, wraps & soups. Same wonderful qualities as our older Arugula with daintier leaves. Store in fridge
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Its young, delicate leaves have a sweet, strong aroma and flavour. Use as garnish or add to Mediterranean dishes. Store between 10-15°C.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Brilliant burgundy leaves provide a colourful contrast to standard Microgreen Basil. Store between 10-15°C.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
A type of sweet basil native to southeast Asia and often used in Thai cooking. Its flavour is more stable under high or extended cooking temperatures than that of sweet basil. Store between 10-15°C.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Beautiful display of reddish-purple stems look stunning as a garnish. Beet Greens are a great antioxidant and detoxifier. Store at 10°C.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Has a milder taste than broccoli flourettes. Some studies have shown that it may act as an antioxidant to stimulate the ability of cells to protect against disease. Store in fridge
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Milder taste than full size cabbage. Excellent source of vitamin K, C and B6, just to name a few. Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Adds wonderful flavours and aromas to many dishes. Use dainty leaves as a garnish on fish, chicken, or in salsa.
Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Intense and unique in flavour and aroma. Commonly used in Spanish dishes. Naturally cleansing for the body. Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Tender, sweet tasting shoots that create vibrant contrast of bright yellow on any platter, stir fry or soup. Store in the dark to keep yellow at 12°C.
Bag: 6/Box
Flat: 8/Box
Tastes hot like radish roots. These attractive leaves are used as a garnish or in a salad.
Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Brilliant red leaves make this garnish stand out and get noticed. Same hot taste as the radish root.
Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Pretty garnish with a mild, pleasant flavour. High in Vitamin A, C, K Folate and Alpha-linolenic acid. Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Beautifully detailed leaves add an attractive appearance to a salad or as a garnish. Has a mild pleasant taste.
Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Great lightly sauteed or as a garnish. It has a sightly peppery, spicy taste. Mustard is rich in antioxidants and high in Vitamin A,C, E and K. Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Sweet and crisp tendrils are great additions to salads, wraps and sandwiches. Often used as a garnish. Keep between 3-5°C to prevent spindly leaves from growing.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Peppery taste with bright green leaves. Popular in Britain for topping egg salad sandwiches in deli's. Store in fridge
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
Crisp and fresh, with a nutty flavour like the sunflower seed. High in protein. Great in wraps, sandwiches, and as a garnish. Store in fridge.
Clam: 6/Box
Bag: 6/Box
We believe Slegers' Wheat Grass tastes so sweet because it is grown in the greenhouse in a completely balanced organic soil mix, with all the sunshine it needs to produce a nutrient rich, high chlorophyll content plant.
Wheat grass provides energy, many nutrients including Vitamins A,C, E, calcium, magnesium and amino acids. It is well known for cleansing the body. We encourage you to do research on wheat grass so you are educated on how to use it. Wheat Grass is too fibrous for the stomach to digest and therefore must be juiced. Check your juicing manual to make sure it juices Wheat Grass before purchasing. Store in fridge.
Bag: 4/Box
Flat: 4/Box
A convenient assortment of 6 different Microgreens, packaged in a closed sturdy box!
Mixed Micros may contain the following:
Arugula, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Cabbage, Celery, Green Daikon Radish, Red Daikon Radish, Red Russian Kale, Mizuna, Ruby Steaks Mustard, Pea Tenders, and Pepper Grass Cress.
*Depending on product availability the above listed items may be substituted by other micro greens.*