Three Microgreens You Can Use For Teas

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Microgreens are an extremely healthy food choice that creates a new twist to different recipes and concoctions. Not only are microgreens the go-to superfood for proud health nuts everywhere, but it is also surprisingly tasty. Not to mention it’s versatile and can be eaten raw or cooked. Their size, delicate flavors, and nutrition level also make them interesting as fusion teas! Let’s explore the three best microgreens you can use for teas.

Microgreens such as broccoli, kale, and sunflower are incredibly healthy options that add a novel flavor color to your tea. For example, broccoli can be an excellent source of vitamin C, a vitamin that helps to improve immune system health. Broccoli also has essential nutrients such as Phosphorus and Magnesium.

A quick tea break with microgreens can be your next obsession. This article will talk about the best microgreens you can add to your tea, complete with serving suggestions and nutritional facts.

Here you can learn more about How To Make Your Own Microgreen Tea.

Are Microgreens And Teas A Good Combination? Can You Use Microgreens In Teas?

Microgreens can go well with most recipes, and tea is no exception. The key to understanding the nature of microgreen food combinations is that each type of microgreen holds its taste, flavor, and texture, making each unique. 

For example, some microgreens have a peppery taste that may not be suitable for teas, but these “peppery” microgreens may be the perfect microgreens for steak. The key to approaching microgreens as tea is understanding which microgreens are the best choice for your tea. That is why in this article, we will be giving you our favorite microgreens that can be a good starting point in discovering which microgreens are the best for your teas. 

The Three Best Microgreens For Teas

  • Broccoli Microgreens
  • Kale Microgreens
  • Sunflower Microgreens

Broccoli Microgreens: Television Is Wrong With This One

In many kids today, the stigma against broccoli is strong. Television characters, especially those in children’s shows, notoriously loathe the thought of eating broccoli. However, just like the title, television is wrong with this one!

Broccoli and broccoli microgreens are lovely things, and they taste great! The thing about broccoli microgreens is that they have a mild, crunchy taste with bitter notes sprinkled here and there. What makes broccoli microgreens an excellent fit with teas is their mildness and ability to not interfere with your tea’s taste.

This particular specification makes broccoli microgreens an excellent fit for those just beginning to try out microgreens and teas. Because what broccoli microgreens add to your teas is texture and nutrition content. Speaking of nutrition content, let’s move on to the next section.

Broccoli Microgreen Nutrition Facts 

A study conducted by researcher Carolyn Weber, published in the research journal “Frontiers of Nutrition,” has highlighted the nutritional value of broccoli microgreens. Several macro elements were highlighted: calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and sodium. 

In a report by the USDA, broccoli microgreens contained 88 mg of calcium, 69 mg of phosphorus, 326 mg of potassium, 51 mg of magnesium, 52 mg of sodium, and 267 mg of nitrates in 100 grams of fresh weight (Weber C., 2017). Moreover, in the same report, broccoli microgreens contained multiple micro minerals such as Iron, Zinc, and Manganese. Essential vitamins such as Ascorbic acid or vitamin C are also present. 

I believe we can conclude that broccoli microgreens are nothing short of health benefits! Adding them to your tea will do good!

Serving Suggestions

Mixing microgreens with another flavor can be an excellent choice to spice up your cup of tea. Broccoli microgreens pair very well with chamomile tea. Together they make an immune system boosting drink perfect for bedside meditation and relaxation moments. 

Kale Microgreens: For Health Seekers

Kale microgreens are pretty similar to broccoli microgreens. Both have mild flavors that add texture to tea, making it great for those starting with this “tea microgreen” mix. 

What makes kale microgreens unique is that this type of microgreen is jampacked with nutrition compared to other microgreens. This superfood offers health benefits for the whole body! Read more about its benefits here.

Kale Microgreens Nutrition Facts

Kale microgreens are among the most delicious microgreens you can add to your tea. Not only is the taste extremely mild to be distracting, nor does it have a strong flavor that completely isolates the tea taste. It is also very nutritious and has numerous health benefits. 

  • It has a high fiber content making kale a great microgreen to add to teas.
  • Kale microgreens are rich in vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, and Vitamin E.
  • Excellent source of macro and micro minerals such as zinc, Phosphorus, Potassium, zinc, carotene, chlorophyll, amino acids, iron, manganese, magnesium, and copper.

Serving Suggestions

One can add kale microgreens together with broccoli microgreens to black tea. This blend of microgreens and tea has enough caffeine to energize you but not too much to regulate those at high risk of caffeine addiction. 

Sunflower Microgreens: Nutty And Full Of Flavor, A Microgreen That’s A Great Addition To Teas

Sunflower microgreens are a great addition to tea due to their nutty and sweet flavor, making them suitable for sweet teas. These long microgreens are easy to grow and tasty, a favorite among both adults and kids, guaranteed!

Sunflower Microgreens Nutrition Facts

Sunflower microgreens are another superfood! They are nutritionally potent, high in vitamins and antioxidants, and low in calories.

  • Contains vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6. 
  • They also contain omega-3 and omega-6 along with iron and protein.

Serving Suggestions

One can add sunflower microgreens to jasmine tea, making up for a healthy, relaxing, and focus-enhancing drink. This drink is suitable for focusing on exams or work, making your day more productive.

Summary

Broccoli, kale, and sunflower microgreens are great additions to tea. They can form and bond with tea flavors to add a layer of texture or sweetness. Microgreens such as broccoli and kale are great for those just starting to try microgreen-infused teas. Both have barely noticeable and very mild flavors. On the other hand, Sunflower microgreens can be a great source of sweetness and nuttiness that can provide a completely different texture.

These are our favorites but do not hold back from trying other microgreens for your next tea-making adventure! It is all a matter of taste.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Can We Boil Microgreens?

One can enjoy microgreens in many ways, and one can eat them along with teas, dishes, or just plain raw. If added to teas, microgreens can boil in conjunction with the tea leaves. 

What Microgreen Should I Avoid For Teas?

If you dislike a peppery, spicy taste to your teas, then you should be wary of adding radish microgreens to your tea. However, if spicy is something you appreciate, radish microgreens can be perfect.

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