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Seasons/Availability
MicroGreen Opal Basil is available year round.
Current Facts
Tiny seedlings of herbs and greens, nutritious MicroGreens are today’s popular gourmet garnish and excellent flavor accent offering a multitude of colors, textures and distinct flavors. Grown in soil or soil-like materials, MicroGreens depend on sunlight and air circulation to flourish, unlike sprouts that are grown in water and require a dark environment with high humidity. Cut just above the soil, MicroGreens are harvested one to two inches tall and seven to twenty-one days after planting when their very first leaves appear. Beautifully and deliciously accentuating the fine dining experience, chic MicroGreens’ tasty stems and leaves create an eye-catching presentation that definitely delights the palates of diners. Fresh Origins Farm, located at San Marcos, California, is also reputed as a chef's favorite grower with its extraordinary array of edible FreshFlowers™, PetiteGreens™, TenderGreens™, Fresh Shoots, FreshLeaf, TinyVeggies™ and MiniCrown™ series.
Description/Taste
MicroGreen Opal Basil produces attractive purple leaves and stems with a warm bronze highlight. This remarkable variety offers a delectable basil flavor.
Nutritional Value
Fat-free and cholesterol-free, one cup of MicroGreens has just 5 calories, plus offers vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, potassium, a trace of protein and dietary fiber. MicroGreens are truly a dieter's delight!
Applications
A striking garnish to dress up sandwiches, soups, entrees and fancy desserts, MicroGreen Opal Basil deliciously enhances the flavor of heirloom tomatoes. Lovely garnish for veggie trays. To store, refrigerate in a sealed container. Use promptly for optimum quality. Do not store below 38 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit as basil freezes easily.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The name "basil" is from the Greek derivative "basileus" for "king" and is known worldwide as the "king of herbs". Native to India, more than two hundred exciting flavors of basil exist.
Geography/History
David Sasuga, grower and owner of Fresh Origins Farm, San Marcos, California, is passionate when it comes to producing locally grown top quality edible MicroGreens that supply area restaurants daily and year round. Boasting one of the best growing climates in the world, North San Diego County's compatible weather is ideal for growing top quality fresh MicroGreens that are remarkably superior to greens produced in other parts of the country. Fresh Origins' marvelously rich MicroGreens are never stringy, weak or bland in flavor. Hand harvested with lots of TLC and adamant about food safety, Fresh Origins Farm harvests MicroGreens daily at their peak of freshness. Specialty Produce strongly supports our local California growers and farming industry.
Featured Recipes
Recipes that include Micro Opal Basil. One
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