Broccoli Microgreens
$20 / 8oz delivery
$80/month weekly Β· $40/month every other week
100x more sulforaphane than mature broccoli. The most researched microgreen on earth. 35% protein.
What would it mean for your health if you could reverse chronic inflammation naturally?
Why Broccoli Microgreens? π₯¦
Broccoli microgreens have been the subject of more scientific studies than any other microgreen. The reason? Sulforaphane. This compound has been shown in peer-reviewed research to support the body's natural defense against cancer cells and to help reverse chronic inflammation.
At 35% protein by dry weight, broccoli microgreens are a nutritional powerhouse. They contain vitamins A, B, C, E, K, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, potassium, zinc, carotene, chlorophyll, amino acids, and antioxidants. How much would you pay for a supplement that delivered all of that in one serving?
The flavor is mild with a slightly bitter, cruciferous taste. Much gentler than mature broccoli. If you eat microgreens for health reasons, broccoli should be in your weekly rotation. Period.
Nutrition Highlights πͺ
- β 100x Sulforaphane compared to mature broccoli
- β 35% Protein by dry weight
- β Vitamins A, B, C, E, K complete spectrum
- β Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc essential minerals
- β Chlorophyll and Antioxidants for detox and repair
- β Reverses chronic inflammation backed by research
π± Days to harvest: 8-12 days
What 40x More Sulforaphane Actually Means
40x
Sulforaphane precursor density vs mature broccoli (Johns Hopkins, Talalay Lab research)
3-Day
Detoxification half-life of sulforaphane in plasma after eating broccoli microgreens raw
Raw
Cooking destroys myrosinase. Microgreens deliver both compounds together, eaten cold.
Mature broccoli is healthy. Broccoli microgreens are categorically denser. The reason is a chemical pair the plant carries highest in its earliest growth stage: glucoraphanin, the precursor, and myrosinase, the enzyme that converts it into sulforaphane during chewing. By the time broccoli reaches the supermarket as a head of florets, those compounds have largely dispersed. In a microgreen harvested at day 10, the concentration sits at roughly 40 times the mature plant.
Why that matters in plain terms: sulforaphane is the most-studied dietary cancer-prevention compound in the published literature, with over 4,000 peer-reviewed papers since the Johns Hopkins discovery. It activates the body's NRF2 pathway, the master regulator of antioxidant and detoxification enzymes, for roughly 72 hours after a single dose. Eaten raw, two to three times a week, broccoli microgreens deliver the same active compound at a fraction of the volume of mature broccoli.
The catch: cooked broccoli destroys myrosinase. Sulforaphane supplements rarely contain it. Fresh raw microgreens are the most reliable delivery vehicle. Get them weekly β
How to Use Broccoli Microgreens π½οΈ
Raw in Salads
Toss into any salad for a mild, nutrient-dense boost without overpowering other flavors.
Smoothies
Blend with fruit to mask the mild bitterness while getting maximum sulforaphane.
Soups
Add on top of warm soups just before eating. Heat activates the sulforaphane.
Wraps and Bowls
Layer into grain bowls, wraps, or buddha bowls for extra crunch and nutrients.
From Seed to Your Table π±
Day 1. Planted with Care
Premium broccoli seeds are sown in our proprietary MicroThrive Soil, a petroleum-free living blend built from scratch for microgreens. No chemicals, no pesticides, no commodity coco-coir mix.
Days 4-8. Growing Strong
Delicate stems push upward as the cotyledons open. Sulforaphane concentrations begin building to their peak levels.
Days 8-12. Harvested Fresh
Cut at peak sulforaphane concentration and delivered the same day. Maximum nutrition, maximum freshness.
Want to grow broccoli at home?
We wrote a tray-tested blueprint specifically for broccoli. Soak times, density, blackout, harvest cue, troubleshooting. The exact spec we run on our farm. Six years of trays we lost so you do not have to.
Frequently Asked Questions π₯¦
How much sulforaphane is in broccoli microgreens compared to mature broccoli?
Broccoli microgreens contain up to 100 times more sulforaphane than mature broccoli. This cancer-fighting compound is at its highest concentration during the microgreen stage of growth.
Can broccoli microgreens help with inflammation?
Yes. Research shows that the sulforaphane and antioxidants in broccoli microgreens can help reverse chronic inflammation. They are one of the most studied microgreens for anti-inflammatory benefits.
What is the protein content of broccoli microgreens?
Broccoli microgreens contain approximately 35% protein by dry weight, making them one of the highest-protein microgreen varieties available.
How long does it take to grow broccoli microgreens?
Broccoli microgreens take 8 to 12 days from seed to harvest. They are one of the faster-growing varieties.
What do broccoli microgreens taste like?
Broccoli microgreens have a mild flavor with a slightly bitter, cruciferous taste. Much gentler than mature broccoli. Most people find them easy to eat raw or toss into any dish.
Where can I buy fresh broccoli microgreens near me in SE Pennsylvania?
microGREEN FX delivers fresh broccoli microgreens free across Southeast Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Delaware, Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. Order online, find us at the Upper Merion Farmers Market every Saturday, or grab a grow kit to harvest your own at home.
Feed Your Body the Good Stuff π₯¦
$2.50/oz of fresh, pesticide-free broccoli microgreens. 100x the sulforaphane. 35% protein. Grown in SE Pennsylvania.
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