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Gourmet Microgreens

Green Cuisine
1925 Crestridge Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35244


Proprietor:
Adriana Gutiérrez

Microgreens

Our Varieties: (click the photos for larger images)

 

 

We have experience growing and maintain an inventory of seed for the following varieties:


Microgreens Arugula  Arugula - the wonderful nutty peppery flavor adds a pleasant sharpness to any dish. A good micro for beginners.

Microgreens Micro basil  Basil, Sweet-  the classic Genovese flavor is even more intense at the seedling stage.

Basil, Thai -  the exotic licorice flavors are especially appropriate for Asian or fusion cuisine.

  Basil, Purple - similar in flavor to Genovese basil, but with an intriguing red color.

Microgreens bulls blood beets  Bull’s Blood Beets - vivid red stems, with reddish green strap shaped leaves and a nice earthy flavor.

  Bianca Riccia Endive -  beautiful light green leaves and a mild bitter flavor  adds nice color and flavor contrast.

Microgreens Cabbage Tokyo Bekana  Cabbage, Tokyo Bekana  -sweet, crunchy, a beautiful light green color and intriguing shape.

  Celery -  more intense than stem celery, with beautiful feathery foliage.

Microgreens bright lights chard  Chard, Bright Lights  -  multicolored stems add visual intrigue to many dishes.

 

Microgreens China rose radish  China Rose Radish - a small pink-stemmed microgreen with a bold radish flavor.

  Collards - mild flavored dark green garnish for a fun Southern flair.

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Microgreens daikon radish  Daikon - large crunchy thick stemmed micros with a nice mild radish flavor.

  Garnet Amaranth - a spectacular garnet color draws makes this the crown jewel of our microgreens collection.

Microgreens kohlrabi Kohlrabi - a nice earthy flavor similar to spinach and beautiful pink stems and dark green leaves can be used to add lots of visual interest.

  Mizuna - a gentle mustard flavor, milder than the Southern or Red Giant varieties.

Microgreens Southern Mustard greens  Southern Giant Mustard - the classic Southern flavor in miniature form.

Microgreens tatsoi  Tatsoi -  a wonderful dark green oriental green in the brassica or broccoli family.

 

  French Sorrel - the unmistakable tangy lemony flavor is heightened at the miniature stage. The distinctive strap shaped leaves are a welcome change from the usual microgreens shape.

  Pea Vines - the unmistakable flavor of snow peas makes this one of our favorites for garnish or as a salad. It pairs up wonderfully with sesame and soy flavored sauces. (These are delivered precut in 10” clamshells, approximately 6 oz.).

  Rapini - nice, tangy greens with a versatile flavor that can be paired up with any meat, fish or poultry dish.

  Red Giant Mustard - a zippy oriental mustard with reddish overtones

We have an extensive selection of seed available.  Other varieties that we can grow include, Microlettuces, Mache, Orach, Red Leaf Amaranth and Turnips. We will be happy to include your special requests in our variety trials.

Photos coming soon!:

Curly Cress - mild radish flavor, fine green threads, make a wonderful “jumbled” presentation on the plate.

Dill  - the classic flavor of dill in delicate feathery strands.

Fennel - beautiful feathery strands and the delicate anise flavor are a winner in many dishes.

Purslane - intriguing pink leaves and foliage, distinct crunchy texture and a slight sour tang are delightful at the microgreens stage and at full size

 

 


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