BROCCOLI MICROGREEN
Here are some recipe ideas for incorporating Broccoli microgreens into your diet:
- Cheddar Soup: Sauté diced onions and garlic in a large pot until softened. Add chicken or vegetable broth, diced potatoes, and chopped broccoli microgreens. Cook until the potatoes are tender. Blend until smooth, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Frittata: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour into a greased baking dish. Add chopped broccoli microgreens and shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until set.
1. Broccoli Microgreen Salad:
Ingredients:
- Broccoli microgreens
- Shredded carrots
- Cherry tomatoes
- Sliced cucumber
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions:
- Arrange the broccoli microgreens, shredded carrots, cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber on a plate.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
- Serve.
2. Broccoli Microgreen Pesto:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups broccoli microgreens
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Add the broccoli microgreens, walnuts, 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. Broccoli Microgreen and Chicken Stir-Fry:
Ingredients:
- Broccoli microgreens
- Cooked chicken, sliced
- Sliced bell peppers
- Sliced onion
- Soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a wok or large skillet, heat a tablespoon of sesame oil over high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and onion and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the broccoli microgreens and stir-fry for another minute until wilted.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and salt and pepper to make a sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and toss to combine.
- Serve with rice or noodles.
Broccoli microgreens can also be added to smoothies, omelets, and sandwiches. Be creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to find your favorite ways to enjoy broccoli microgreens.