Beetroot Microgreens

Description

Vibrant, earthy, and visually stunning, beetroot microgreens bring the distinctive flavour of beets in a tender, nutrient-packed form. These beautiful seedlings offer a milder taste than mature beetroots while delivering impressive nutritional benefits and eye-catching colour that transforms any dish into a culinary masterpiece.

Health Benefits

• Rich in betalains, powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties
• Excellent source of vitamins A, C, E, and K
• High in folate supporting cellular health and development
• Contains significant amounts of iron, calcium, and magnesium
• Packed with dietary nitrates that support cardiovascular health
• Provides potassium for healthy blood pressure regulation
• Supports liver detoxification and cleansing
• May enhance athletic performance and stamina
• Higher nutrient concentration than mature beetroots

Culinary Uses

• Create stunning salad centrepieces with vibrant colour contrast
• Elevate gourmet sandwiches and artisan burgers
• Perfect garnish for soups, especially borscht and cream-based varieties
• Beautiful topping for hummus, dips, and spreads
• Enhance avocado toast with colour and nutrition
• Ideal for restaurant-quality plating and fine dining presentations
• Complements goat cheese, feta, and citrus flavours beautifully
• Add visual drama to grain bowls and Buddha bowls
• Perfect for crudité platters and canapés

Growing Conditions

Beetroot microgreens thrive in controlled environments with:

• Temperature: 18-24°C
• Light: 12-16 hours of indirect sunlight or grow lights
• Growing medium: Well-draining soil, coconut coir, or hydroponic mats
• Humidity: 50-60%
• Watering: Keep consistently moist; bottom watering recommended to prevent damping off
• Special note: Seeds may benefit from pre-soaking for 4-6 hours for improved germination
• Harvest time: 10-14 days after germination
• Pro tip: Harvest when true leaves begin to appear for optimal colour intensity

Transform your dishes into works of art with these magnificent microgreens that offer exceptional beauty, nutrition, and the beloved essence of beetroot in elegant miniature form.