ARUGULA MICROGREEN
Here are some recipe ideas for incorporating Arugula microgreens into your diet:
- Salad: Mix arugula microgreens with other salad greens like lettuce, spinach, or kale. Add some sliced strawberries, avocado, and chopped almonds. Drizzle with a simple balsamic vinaigrette.
- Smoothie: Blend together arugula microgreens, banana, pineapple, Greek yogurt, and a splash of almond milk until smooth. Add honey or maple syrup to taste. Goat Cheese Tart: Preheat the oven to 37
- Goat Cheese Tart: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll out a sheet of puff pastry and place it on a baking sheet. Spread a mixture of arugula microgreens, goat cheese, and garlic over the puff pastry. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown.
- Bruschetta: Chop arugula microgreens, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Mix with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Spoon the mixture onto slices of toasted baguette.
1. Arugula Microgreen Salad:
Ingredients:
- Arugula microgreens
- Mixed greens
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Balsamic vinaigrette
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Combine the arugula microgreens and mixed greens in a bowl.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cucumber.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Toss to combine and serve.
2. Arugula Microgreen Pesto:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups arugula microgreens
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Add the arugula microgreens, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic to a food processor.
- Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until the mixture is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over pasta, as a dip, or spread on sandwiches.
3. Arugula Microgreen Omelette:
Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup arugula microgreens
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, arugula microgreens, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add butter or oil to the skillet.
- Pour in the egg mixture and cook until set.
- Fold the omelette in half and serve.
Arugula microgreens can also be added to sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and soups for a peppery kick of flavor and nutrition. Be creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to find your favorite ways to enjoy arugula microgreens.