One of the best things about microgreens is how effortlessly they fit into everyday cooking. You don't need culinary training or exotic ingredients — just a handful of fresh microgreens and a few minutes. Below are five simple, delicious ways to make microgreens a regular part of your meals.
1. Microgreen Pesto (Sunflower or Pea Shoot Base)
Forget traditional basil pesto for a moment. Sunflower microgreens and pea shoots make an incredibly fresh, nutty pesto that works on pasta, toast, grilled chicken, or as a dipping sauce.
What you need: 2 packed cups of sunflower microgreens (or pea shoots), 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 2 cloves garlic, juice of half a lemon, 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.
How to make it: Add the microgreens, nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and lemon juice to a food processor. Pulse a few times, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending until you reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Store in the fridge for up to five days — though it rarely lasts that long.
2. Microgreen and Avocado Toast
Avocado toast doesn't need an introduction, but it does need an upgrade. A generous pile of radish microgreens on top adds a peppery bite that balances the richness of the avocado beautifully.
What you need: Thick-sliced sourdough bread, 1 ripe avocado, a squeeze of lemon, red pepper flakes, flaky sea salt, and a big handful of radish microgreens.
How to make it: Toast your bread until golden. Mash the avocado with lemon juice and a pinch of salt, spread it generously on the toast, then top with radish microgreens, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and a finishing pinch of flaky salt. The contrast between the creamy avocado and the sharp, spicy microgreens is what makes this version stand out.
3. Power-Packed Smoothie Bowl
Adding microgreens to a smoothie is one of the easiest ways to sneak in extra nutrients, especially for kids or anyone who isn't a salad person. Broccoli microgreens and kale microgreens blend in seamlessly — you get all the nutritional benefits without changing the flavor much at all.
What you need: 1 frozen banana, 1/2 cup frozen mango or mixed berries, 1 cup of your preferred milk (almond, oat, or regular), 1 tablespoon nut butter, 1 generous handful of broccoli or kale microgreens.
How to make it: Blend everything until thick and smooth — you want it spoonable, not drinkable. Pour into a bowl and top with sliced fruit, granola, chia seeds, and a few extra microgreens as garnish. The greens disappear into the fruit flavor while delivering a serious nutrient boost.
4. Microgreen Salad with Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette
Sometimes the best way to enjoy microgreens is to let them be the star. A simple salad built around a Bijou Blend or Spring Mix showcases the range of flavors and textures these tiny greens offer.
What you need: 3 cups of mixed microgreens (our Bijou Blend works perfectly), 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan, a handful of toasted almonds, 1/4 cup dried cranberries. For the dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and pepper.
How to make it: Whisk the dressing ingredients together. Gently toss the microgreens with the dressing — microgreens are delicate, so use a light hand. Top with Parmesan, almonds, and cranberries. Serve immediately. This works as a light lunch on its own or as an elegant side dish for grilled fish or chicken.
5. Microgreen Egg Scramble
This might become your new weekday morning go-to. Adding microgreens to scrambled eggs at the very end of cooking keeps them bright and slightly crunchy while warming them just enough to release their aroma.
What you need: 3 eggs, a splash of milk or cream, 1 tablespoon butter, a generous handful of sunflower or kale microgreens, salt and pepper, optional: crumbled goat cheese or feta.
How to make it: Whisk the eggs with milk, salt, and pepper. Melt butter in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and pour in the eggs. Stir gently with a spatula, forming soft curds. When the eggs are almost set but still slightly wet, fold in the microgreens and cheese if using. Remove from heat — the residual warmth will finish the cooking. Serve on toast or with a side of fruit.
Start Cooking with Microgreens
The best part about cooking with microgreens is that there's no wrong way to use them. They add nutrition, color, texture, and flavor to practically everything. If you're not sure where to start, our Bijou Variety Bundle lets you try several types so you can discover which flavors you love most. All of our microgreens are grown pesticide-free in North Jersey and delivered within 24 hours of harvest — the freshest ingredients make the best meals.
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