Sunflower Shoots

Sunflower microgreens (also called shoots) are a substantial source of complete protein, meaning that they contain all building blocks needed to form the essential amino acids. Just a quarter-cup of sunflower microgreens contains about 12 grams of healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. That same quarter-cup contains 2-grams of fiber and 6-grams of protein!

Studies indicate that sunflower microgreens offer a better functional food source than eating raw sunflower seeds, especially for the absorption of magnesium and zinc. Sunflower microgreens can be used in salads, soups, wraps, sandwiches, and baked goods, enhancing these dishes' favor. Unlike most microgreens, sunnies have some bulk to them and can be used as a base to a salad in place of lettuce.

For these reasons, sunflower microgreens are among the most popular. We sell out of them often - because they are in high demand from local health food stores, juice bars, restaurants and at farmers markets.

Sunflower microgreens are among the most complete foods you can add to your diet to improve nutrition. In fact, sunflower microgreens are a great source of protein for vegetarians.

Sunflower microgreens are low in calories and high in nutrition, making them ideal for any natural and healthy fat loss program.A quarter cup of sunflower microgreens contains about 160 calories. That same quarter cup contains about 12-grams of healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. These are the good fats, not the unhealthy ones.

Several studies have shown that sunflower microgreens nutritional components provide many antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cardiovascular benefits. For example, in some European and Asian countries, sunflower microgreens are now used medicinally to treat several conditions, including pulmonary and laryngeal infections, heart disease, colds, and coughs.

Sunflower microgreens are an excellent source of vitamins, including vitamin A, B complex, vitamin E, and vitamin K.Sunflower microgreens are a rich source of B vitamins, particularly folate.

Sunflower microgreens nutrition also includes a rich supply of minerals that are key in any healthy diet, including calcium, iron, potassium, selenium, zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus.unflowers are also a rich source of copper, providing up to 22% of a person's daily copper requirements.

Copper reduces the production of free radicals and helps cellular respiration, a process via which cells convert fuel into nutrients and energy.

Sunflower microgreens are rich in iron, containing up to 13% of a person's daily requirements.

Sunflower microgreens are a potent magnesium source, providing up to 17% of a person's daily magnesium requirements.

Magnesium helps to maintain healthy immune, cardiovascular, and nervous systems. Magnesium is also critical for energy production and strong, healthy bones.Sunflower microgreens provide a large source of manganese, fulfilling up to 42% of a person's manganese needs.

Sunflower microgreens provide up to 15% of an individual's daily phosphorus requirements. This mineral is also necessary for strong, healthy bones as well as additional body functions.

One of the body's most essential minerals, potassium, regulates fluid balance, nerve signaling, and muscle contraction. Sunflower microgreens are a source of potassium, providing more than 19% of the recommended daily allowance. Sunflowers are also a selenium source, which promotes DNA repair in damaged cells, inhibits or decreases cancer cell proliferation, and increases apoptosis. Basically enabling the body to eliminate abnormal cells. Sunflower microgreens provide a whopping 37% of an individual's daily selenium requirements.

Zinc is necessary for immune cell function and signaling, aids in metabolism, and is vital in wound repair. Sunflower microgreens provide up to nearly 16% of a person's daily zinc requirements.

Sunflower microgreens are high in lecithin, which helps eliminate accumulated deposits in arterial walls and breaks down fatty acids into an easily digestible water-soluble form.

Of course, sunflower micros also include chlorophyll which benefits many functions within the body, such as increasing the blood supply, building tissue, reducing inflammation, and activating enzymes.

Recipes:

Sauté garlic and olive oil, pour over top of the microgreens.

Add as a side dish with your favorite toppings such as chopped apples, nuts, sunflower seeds, salad dressing.

They also add flavor to eggs, sandwiches and salad mixes.

Add to Veggie / Rice / Protein bowls

Add to pasta dishes and soups

Whole Wheat bread with avocado and microgreens

Great addition to avocado toast

Add to sandwiches, pizza, etc

Add to smoothies

**Recipe page coming soon!

Why Our Microgreens?

Locally grown and harvested on Long Island

Zero pesticides

100% Organic soil, Non-GMO Seeds

Sustainably farmed

Up to 40% more nutrition than full grown veggies (per the USDA)

Harvested at peak nutrition, hours before reaching your table -allowing for the full nutritional value to be consumed. Our microgreens aren’t sitting around waiting to be shipped and stocked before getting to your table as they lose their nutrients as soon as they are harvested.