Tag: Cooking microgreens

According to USDA and University of Maryland research, some microgreens contain up to 40 times more nutrients than their mature counterparts. But does this nutritional powerhouse stand up to heat? We explore whether and how microgreens lose their nutrients when cooked and the best methods for preparation.

Studies have shown that microgreens can contain up to 40 times more nutrients than their mature vegetable counterparts. This potent health profile leads many to wonder: does cooking microgreens destroy nutrients and diminish these powerful health benefits? The short answer is yes, some nutrients are affected, but it's more complex than that.