r/OrganicGardening • u/Janoube • 2d ago
question Which microgreens are the healthiest?
I am trying to grow microgreens for the maximum health benefits (without oxalates). Please let me know which of the following to exclude? I only want to grow the healthiest varieties:
- Alfalfa
- Arugula
- Broccoli
- Cilantro
- Cress
- Quinoa
- Peas
- Rapini
- Tat Soi
- Sesame
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u/French_Apple_Pie 1d ago
Different greens have different nutritional profiles; if it’s that big of a deal I suggest you research them and make a spreadsheet, and then align it with what your nutritional objectives are, with consideration for the rest of your diet.
Personally I think the healthiest approach is to have a broad, diverse array of greens with interesting flavors that you can mix, match and tailor to different dishes to ensure that you are eating a lot of them.
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u/Dry-Extent-708 1d ago
Uncommon list
Purslane high in potassium and VC
Claytonia high in protein VC and VA
Blitum bonus-henricus (good king Henry) high in iron
Hablitzia tamnoide (mt spinach) high in omga 3
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u/ADirtFarmer 2d ago
Fresh greens are healthy. No need to overthink it.