The Joy of Growing Microgreens
Growing microgreens has been an absolutely amazing journey so far.
Of course, it might seem like I’m saying this because I sell microgreens, but in this case, I truly believe it and mean it wholeheartedly.
There’s something incredible about nurturing something alive and vibrant and watching it grow before your eyes every single day.
Power Lifters
Microgreens are fascinating because they can literally lift a tray off the surface as they grow.
When you place a tray over them to encourage taller growth, they push it up together with such force that even heavy books placed on top get lifted into the air.
It’s remarkable to see hundreds, maybe even thousands, of tiny plants working together to achieve this.
Transformation in Colour and Beauty
Watching microgreens transform from pale yellows or whites into lush, deep greens is a beautiful sight.
Radishes and some cabbages add to the spectacle with their vibrant red and pink tones on the stems.
It’s an incredible and rewarding process to witness.
Exploring Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass has been another fun and rewarding plant to grow.
In my environment, it’s relatively easy to cultivate despite needing a bit of preparation, such as sterilising the seeds with hydrogen peroxide before sprouting them.
Once established, wheatgrass grows tall and thick, producing impressive harvests with a lot of weight per tray.
I’ve found that freezing wheatgrass as ice cubes is a brilliant way to preserve it, making it easy to use anytime.
These compact cubes save space and keep the wheatgrass fresh for whenever it’s needed.
Using Microgreens in Our Meals
We approach microgreens differently from how chefs typically use them.
For us, microgreens are often the main ingredient in our meals, with protein or carbohydrates like potatoes or sweet potatoes as simple accompaniments.
Most of the time—probably 95% to 99% of the time—we eat our microgreens raw.
Since they’re so easy to digest, eating them raw is never a problem.
The Benefits of Growing Your Own Food
I encourage everyone to grow their own microgreens at home for so many reasons.
Growing your own food eliminates the contamination found in commercial produce caused by pollutants like lead, mercury, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
Many of these chemicals are added during cultivation, harvesting, or processing, but when you grow microgreens at home, you avoid all of that.
You can feel confident knowing your food is clean, safe, and free from harmful additives.
