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Seasons/Availability
MicroGreen Arugula 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 old when their very first leaves appear. Deliciously and visually accentuating the fine dining experience, chic MicroGreens’ tasty stems and leaves create an eye-catching presentation that definitely delights diners' taste buds.
Description/Taste
Spicy. Nutty. MicroGreen Arugula delivers an intense wonderful flavor that never disappoints. These bright heart-shaped green leaves are a favorite of chefs for spicing up a variety of delicious creations.
Nutritional Value
MicroGreens are definitely a dieter's delight! Fat-free and cholesterol-free, one cup has just 5 calories, plus offers vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, potassium, a trace of protein and dietary fiber.
Applications
MicroGreen Arugula is a must in mixed green fresh salads. Perfect edible garnish for sandwiches, soups, crudités and entrees. Pairs deliciously with meats, seafood and poultry. To store, refrigerate in a sealed container. Use promptly for optimum quality, flavor and freshness.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Roman times, arugula was grown for both its leaves and the seed. The seed was used for flavoring oils. Today in the United States, arugula has become increasingly popular in modern cooking since the early 1990s.
Geography/History
Locally grown at Fresh Origins Farm, San Marcos, California, edible MicroGreens are delivered fresh daily to area restaurants 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 MicroGreens that are remarkably superior to greens produced in other parts of the country. Fresh Origins' MicroGreens are never stringy, weak or bland in flavor. Hand harvested with lots of TLC and seriously focused on food safety, Fresh Origins Farm harvests MicroGreens daily at their peak of freshness. Specialty Produce strongly promotes our local California growers, ranchers, farmers and our valuable farming industry.
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