A broccoli microgreen’s flavor is more subtle and can be used in many different ways. As with most microgreens, broccoli microgreens have more nutrients per weight than its mature plant. And broccoli microgreens comes with some additional benefits to help keep our body healthy. Sulforfane, the compound that gives broccoli microgreens its bitter taste, is a cancer fighting compound. This phytochemical found in broccoli shoots affects cancer by detoxing chemical compounds we are exposed to daily.
Broccoli microgreens are young, tender seedlings of the broccoli plant that are harvested when they are just a few inches tall, typically within 7-14 days of sprouting. Broccoli microgreens are a popular choice for adding a fresh and healthy boost to salads, sandwiches, smoothies, and various dishes.
