Eating microgreens made easy!

Incorporating microgreens into your daily routine is a delightful journey that boosts both flavor and nutrition. These tiny greens are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, offering a powerhouse blend of nutrients in a small package. At Poncha Creek Gardens, we pride ourselves on cultivating the freshest microgreens, and we believe they can easily enhanceContinue reading “Eating microgreens made easy!”

Harvest Time Feasts: Three Fall Recipes Featuring Microgreens

As the leaves turn golden and the air gets crisper, it’s the perfect time to gather around the kitchen and whip up some hearty, wholesome meals. And guess what? We’re kicking it up a notch with microgreens – those tiny, flavor-packed greens that bring both nutrition and a burst of freshness to your dishes. Today,Continue reading “Harvest Time Feasts: Three Fall Recipes Featuring Microgreens”

Microgreens and Plant Based Protein

When it comes to nutrition, the quest for plant-based protein sources has never been more important. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast, a health-conscious individual, or simply looking to boost your protein intake, microgreens offer a vibrant and nutrient-dense solution. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the world of three protein-packed microgreens that not onlyContinue reading “Microgreens and Plant Based Protein”

Microgreens in the Wintertime

As the winter chill sets in, maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet becomes crucial for our overall well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore the incredible benefits of incorporating microgreens into your winter diet. Not only do these tiny greens pack a punch of flavor, but they also offer a concentrated dose of essential nutrients.Continue reading “Microgreens in the Wintertime”

Eating Microgreens On A Busy Schedule

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to prepare nutritious meals can be a challenge. However, with microgreens, you can easily incorporate a burst of freshness and health into your busy routine. We understand the need for quick and convenient options, so we’ve compiled three fantastic ways to enjoy microgreens on the go. Embracing a busyContinue reading “Eating Microgreens On A Busy Schedule”

What’s the deal with freeze dried food???

Freeze-dried fruit and other produce has become increasingly popular in recent years. For good reason too. Freeze dried produce is convenient, has a long shelf life and tastes great too. Freeze-drying is a process that removes the moisture from food by placing it in a vacuum chamber and subjecting it to low temperatures. By removingContinue reading “What’s the deal with freeze dried food???”

Why eat microgreens?

We love microgreens! We’re all about them! We have them at every meal and tend to snack on them inbetween meals. But it’s not just us! Lots of people love microgreens and for good reason too! Microgreens are tiny plants, packed with nutrients, flavor, and much more. We take regular old vegetable or herb seedContinue reading “Why eat microgreens?”

Crop Focus: Mustard Microgreens

When you need a little heat….reach for some mustard micro greens!   Mustard Greens are extremely potent and flavorful!  Don’t let the delicate texture and small stature fool you.  These guys bring the heat! Tasting of horseradish or wasabi, a little can go a long way.  They are the most intensely flavored micro-green that weContinue reading “Crop Focus: Mustard Microgreens”

Crop Focus – Radish Microgreens

When gardening, some old school gardeners will use radish seeds to mark their rows so they know where slow germinating seeds were planted, like carrots.  Radishes are a quick growing crop in the field.  Taking just about 4 weeks from seed sowing to harvest, they pop from the soil quickly, which makes them great forContinue reading “Crop Focus – Radish Microgreens”

Crop Focus: Pea Shoots

When we decided to start growing micro greens for our family, we started with Peas.  They are easy to grow, yield well, and taste amazing!  Not to mention, they are an amazing source of vitamins, minerals, and plant based protein.  Our family has a few food allergies, including celiac disease, which destroys the gut microbiome.Continue reading “Crop Focus: Pea Shoots”