What Are Microgreens?
Microgreens are young vegetable greens harvested shortly after germination, once their first true leaves have developed. They sit in that in-between stage where the plant is still tender, concentrated in flavor, and visually vibrant—somewhere between a sprout and a full-grown vegetable.
At Bartonville Microgreens, we grow them the same way we approach everything on the farm: simple, intentional, and focused on quality from seed to harvest.
A Naturally Concentrated Green
Microgreens are often noted for their naturally concentrated nutritional profile compared to mature plants. Depending on the variety, they contain a range of vitamins and plant compounds such as vitamin C, vitamin K, carotenoids, and other naturally occurring nutrients found in fresh vegetables.
Because they’re harvested early in the plant’s life cycle, they offer a dense, fresh way to add greens into everyday meals without changing how you cook or eat.
Why People Use Microgreens
Most people don’t use microgreens because of trends—they use them because they’re practical, fresh, and versatile.
Common reasons customers enjoy them:
- Fresh, concentrated flavor that enhances simple meals
- Easy way to add greens without prep or cooking
- Variety of textures and tastes in a small format
- Locally grown freshness when sourced from nearby farms
They work just as well on a weekday sandwich as they do on a restaurant plate.
How to Use Them
Microgreens are typically used raw to preserve their flavor and structure. They can be added to salads, sandwiches, wraps, grain bowls, eggs, soups, or used as a finishing touch on cooked dishes.
A small handful goes a long way.
From Our Farm
Everything we grow is harvested fresh and handled with care to preserve quality and consistency. Our goal is simple: clean, flavorful greens grown locally and delivered at their peak.