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The Ultimate Guide to Microgreens for Chefs and Culinary Professionals (2025 Edition)
Welcome to the definitive guide to microgreens: a complete resource for chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary professionals who want to work with the freshest, most flavorful, and nutrient-dense greens available today.
What Are Microgreens?
Microgreens are young seedlings of edible vegetables and herbs, harvested just after the cotyledon leaves have developed. Unlike sprouts, they are grown in soil or hydroponic systems and harvested with scissors, not consumed whole. Their taste is intense, their color vibrant, and their nutritional value remarkable.
Microgreens are young seedlings of edible vegetables and herbs, harvested just after the cotyledon leaves have developed. Unlike sprouts, they are grown in soil or hydroponic systems and harvested with scissors, not consumed whole. Their taste is intense, their color vibrant, and their nutritional value remarkable.
Why use microgreens in professional kitchens?
Why Use Microgreens in Professional Kitchens?
- Flavor Boost: Microgreens offer concentrated flavor, perfect for garnishing or enriching a dish.
- Visual Appeal: They add freshness, texture, and color to elevate plate presentation.
- Nutritional Value: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, often exceeding their mature counterparts.
- Consistency & Efficiency: Uniformity in shape and portioning simplifies plating.
Our Microgreens Selection
Greeneration offers a wide variety of premium microgreens grown locally in Dubai using sustainable hydroponic farming. Here's a breakdown of what we offer. Please click here if you want to get samples for your restaurant or hotel kitchen.
Greeneration offers a wide variety of premium microgreens grown locally in Dubai using sustainable hydroponic farming. Here's a breakdown of what we offer. Please click here if you want to get samples for your restaurant or hotel kitchen.
Microgreen | Flavor | Description | Health Benefits
- Basil Genovese | Sweet, slightly peppery | Classic Italian flavor, perfect for Mediterranean dishes | Rich in antioxidants, supports heart health
- Pea Shoots | Sweet, crisp, fresh | Tender stems and curly leaves, great for salads and bowls | High in vitamins A, C, and folate; supports immunity
- Arugula | Spicy, peppery | Adds heat and sharpness to dishes | Rich in glucosinolates, supports digestion
- Mustard | Hot, pungent | Intense kick, perfect for spicy blends | High in antioxidants, stimulates metabolism
- Borage | Cucumber-like, fresh | Bright, cooling taste, decorative appeal | Contains GLA; anti-inflammatory properties
- Beetroot | Earthy, slightly sweet | Deep color, adds vibrancy | Supports blood pressure and detoxification
- Kale | Mild, slightly bitter | Classic leafy green taste | Packed with vitamins K, A, C; great for bone health
- Coriander | Bright, citrusy | Adds freshness and lift to dishes | Detoxifying, supports digestion
- Mizuna | Mild, peppery | Japanese mustard green, very delicate | Rich in vitamins A and C, boosts skin health
- Broccoli | Mild, grassy | Versatile and neutral | Contains sulforaphane, supports cancer prevention
- Sorrel Red Vein | Tangy, lemony | Adds acidity and color | Aids digestion, rich in vit C
- Radish | Spicy, crunchy | Bold, clean bite | Boosts circulation, aids liver function
- Chives | Mild onion flavor | Bright green, long stems | Supports heart health, antibacterial properties
- Shiso | Cinnamon-mint-basil hybrid | Deep purple or green, Japanese cuisine staple | Anti-inflammatory, rich in calcium and iron
- Garden Cress | Peppery, tangy | Great for sandwiches and soups | Rich in vitamin K and folate
- Kohlrabi Purple | Sweet and mild | Bright purple stems, mild crunch | Supports eye health, contains vitamin C
- Melissa (Lemon Balm) | Citrusy, minty | Soothing aroma and taste | Calming, supports sleep and anxiety relief
- Daikon Red | Spicy, crisp | Deep purple color with radish zing | Aids digestion, rich in vitamin C
- Fennel | Anise-like, licorice | Delicate fronds | Improves gut health, supports hormone balance
- Pea Golden | Sweet, buttery | Golden color, stunning garnish | Same benefits as green peas, rich in B-vitamins
- Microgreens Mix | Balanced, varied | Combination of flavors and textures | Comprehensive nutrient profile
- Amaranth | Nutty, earthy | Vibrant red microgreen | Supports cholesterol regulation, high in lysine
Why Order from Greeneration?
Greeneration is Dubai’s premium hydroponic microgreens farm, delivering weekly to restaurants, hotels, and private chefs. Our greens are:
Greeneration is Dubai’s premium hydroponic microgreens farm, delivering weekly to restaurants, hotels, and private chefs. Our greens are:
- Locally Grown – Cut hours before delivery, never flown in, never wilted.
- Hydroponically Cultivated – Clean, sustainable, pesticide-free.
- Chef-Approved – Trusted by fine dining professionals across the UAE.
- Consistent Supply – Grown year-round in a climate-controlled farm.
Vertical Farming vs Traditional Farming
What’s Better for microgreens? At Greeneration, we grow all our microgreens and edible flowers using vertical farming in Dubai. Compared to traditional agriculture, vertical farming ensures food safety, reliability, and sustainability.
What’s Better for microgreens? At Greeneration, we grow all our microgreens and edible flowers using vertical farming in Dubai. Compared to traditional agriculture, vertical farming ensures food safety, reliability, and sustainability.
Feature | Vertical Farming (Greeneration) | Traditional Farming |
Pesticide-Free | ✅ Always | ❌ Often used |
Climate Controlled | ✅ 365-day consistency | ❌ Seasonal & weather-dependent |
Water Efficiency | ✅ Up to 90% less water | ❌ High water use |
Local Distribution | ✅ No import delays | ❌ Often imported |
Hygiene & Safety | ✅ ISO-level and HACCP processes | ❌ Variable standards |
Storage, Handling, and Shelf Life
Best Uses in the Kitchen
Store microgreens in a sealed container with paper lining in the coldest part of the fridge (2–4°C). Use within 4–6 days for optimal texture and taste. Never freeze.
Working with local hydroponic farms ensures you get consistent, beautiful greens that wow guests and support UAE's food security goals. Choose Greeneration for sustainable excellence on your plate.
- Salads – Use as a base or garnish
- Soups & gazpachos – Drop in at the last second for flavor & crunch
- Main dishes – Pair with fish, poultry, or plant-based proteins
- Cocktails & mocktails – Basil, shiso, and fennel shine here
- Desserts – Try borage or viola flowers for a dramatic floral twist
Store microgreens in a sealed container with paper lining in the coldest part of the fridge (2–4°C). Use within 4–6 days for optimal texture and taste. Never freeze.
Working with local hydroponic farms ensures you get consistent, beautiful greens that wow guests and support UAE's food security goals. Choose Greeneration for sustainable excellence on your plate.
How to get free samples and place an order for DUBAI?
Go to this page and fill the form! We would be happy to deliver samples to your restaurant or hotel kitchen!
Greeneration is the UAE’s trusted B2B supplier of fresh, locally grown edible flowers, serving: Fine dining restaurants, Boutique hotels, Vegan cafés, Caterers, Cocktail bars & mixologists.
Greeneration is the UAE’s trusted B2B supplier of fresh, locally grown edible flowers, serving: Fine dining restaurants, Boutique hotels, Vegan cafés, Caterers, Cocktail bars & mixologists.
Ready to order? Contact us to request our full catalog, get a custom chef's mix, or arrange complimentary samples for your restaurant.
Greeneration: Microgreens that perform like ingredients, not decorations.
📩 Let’s talk: orders@greeneration.ae
Greeneration: Microgreens that perform like ingredients, not decorations.
📩 Let’s talk: orders@greeneration.ae
