Basil Microgreens

What makes basil microgreens special?

Basil microgreens contain a highly concentrated version of the classic basil aroma due to dense essential oil content. They are richer in vitamins A and K and carry natural antibacterial properties, making them a nutritious and flavourful garnish.

How do I use basil microgreens in cooking?

Use basil microgreens on pizza, pasta, blend into pesto, add to salads, or use as a garnish on soups and Indian chutneys. Best added raw just before serving to preserve aroma and nutrients.

How do basil microgreens compare to mature basil leaves?

More aromatic per gram and considerably more tender. The seedling concentrates the same essential oils that give basil its scent, so a small quantity replaces a much larger handful of mature leaves.

Can I make pesto with basil microgreens?

Yes, and it needs less volume than mature basil. Blend raw with garlic, nuts and oil. Do not heat the greens first, since the aromatic compounds are volatile and largely lost to cooking.

How long do basil microgreens last after delivery?

Four to six days refrigerated, which is shorter than most microgreens. Basil is cold-sensitive, so store it in the least cold part of the fridge and never in the freezer compartment.

Why do my basil microgreens turn black at the edges?

Cold damage. Basil blackens below about 4C. Keep it in the door or on an upper shelf rather than at the back of a cold fridge, and use it within a week.

Do you deliver basil microgreens across Pune?

Yes, harvested the same morning and delivered the same day across Pune. Basil is a popular standing order for Italian and continental restaurant kitchens in the city.