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Sweet Pea Shoots

$20 / 8oz delivery

$80/month weekly ยท $40/month every other week

Sweet, crunchy, and loaded with 20% protein. The best value in fresh microgreens.

What if you could get a protein-packed superfood that your whole family actually enjoys eating?

Fresh pesticide-free pea shoot microgreens from microGREEN FX in SE Pennsylvania

Why Pea Shoots? ๐ŸŸข

Pea shoots taste exactly like fresh sweet peas straight from the garden. They have a satisfying crunch and a natural sweetness that makes them a favorite with kids and adults alike. Most people who try them for the first time say they had no idea microgreens could taste this good.

At 20% protein by dry weight, pea shoots are one of the most protein-rich microgreens you can eat. They are perfect for plant-based diets and anyone looking to add more whole food nutrition to their meals. Have you been looking for a way to boost your daily protein without relying on powders or supplements?

Pea shoots grow taller and fuller than most microgreens, which means generous portions. That is why we can offer them at just $2 per ounce. You get premium nutrition at an unbeatable price. This is the variety that turns first-time buyers into weekly subscribers.

Nutrition Highlights ๐Ÿ’ช

  • โœ“ 20% Protein by dry weight, loaded with amino acids
  • โœ“ Flavonoids and Antioxidants for anti-inflammatory benefits
  • โœ“ Vitamins A, B, C, E, K broad spectrum nutrition
  • โœ“ Omega-3, Folate, Betaine, Choline for brain and heart health
  • โœ“ Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc, Potassium essential minerals
  • โœ“ Chlorophyll for detoxification and blood health

๐ŸŒฑ Days to harvest: 14-21 days

BENEFITS & NUTRITION

Why Pea Shoots Hit Above Their Weight

7x

Vitamin C density vs the same weight of mature peas

High K1

Vitamin K1 supports blood-clotting and bone-density pathways

Sweet

The most kid-friendly variety we sell. Sweetness from natural plant sugars, not added.

Pea shoots are the gateway microgreen for households who think they do not like greens. The flavor is naturally sweet, the texture is tender, and the visual appeal of a bright-green tendril makes it the easiest variety to introduce to picky eaters. We watch families convert kids on this one variety alone every market season.

Underneath the easy flavor sits real nutrient density. Pea shoots carry roughly 7 times the vitamin C of mature peas, plus a meaningful dose of vitamin K1, folate, and plant-source iron. They are also one of the better plant sources of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), the same compounds protein-supplement marketing has built an entire category around.

Use them raw. Cooking destroys the vitamin C, browns the chlorophyll, and removes the reason to bother with a microgreen in the first place. Toss them on top of a finished dish at the table. Pea shoots in your weekly tray โ†’

How to Use Pea Shoots ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

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Stir-Fries

Toss in at the very end of cooking. They wilt beautifully and keep their sweet flavor.

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Salads

Use as a salad base or mix in. Their sweetness balances bitter greens perfectly.

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Sandwiches

Layer on sandwiches for a fresh, sweet crunch that beats lettuce every time.

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Pasta

Fold into pasta dishes right before serving. They pair wonderfully with lemon and garlic.

PAIRING GUIDE

What Pea Shoot Microgreens Pair Well With

The sweetness is the headline. Pair pea shoots with bright fresh flavors that match the natural pea sweetness, or with creamy fats that carry the vitamin K1 and folate. Here is what the kitchen says works.

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Lemon / Citrus

Brightens the sweet pea flavor, vitamin C boost

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Garlic & Ginger

Stir-fry foundation, the classic Cantonese pairing

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Pasta

Wilt in at the very end, spring pasta upgrade

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Ricotta & Parmesan

Creamy cheese frame, tartines and pasta

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Mint & Dill

The classic spring pairing, fresh herbs all the way

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Eggs

Omelets, frittatas, soft-poached. Sweet meets rich.

RECIPES

3 Sweet Recipes You Can Make Tonight

From a spring pasta to a chef-style tartine. Same sweet pea flavor, three ways to put 20% protein on the plate this week.

15 MIN DINNER

Spring Pea Shoot & Lemon Pasta ๐Ÿ

Pea shoots wilt into warm pasta at the very end, holding their sweet pea flavor and tender texture. Lemon, garlic, parmesan complete the trio. A Tuesday-night spring tasting menu.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz dry pasta (linguine, fettuccine, shells)
  • 3 oz fresh pea shoots
  • 3 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup parmesan plus more to finish
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Method

  1. Cook pasta 1 min under al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup water, drain.
  2. Melt butter and olive oil. Add garlic, 1 min, do not brown.
  3. Add pasta and 1/4 cup water. Toss with lemon, juice, parmesan until glossy.
  4. Kill heat. Add all 3 oz pea shoots. Toss 20 sec, residual heat wilts them. Plate, finish with cheese and salt.
8 MIN STIR-FRY

Garlic Ginger Pea Shoot Stir-Fry ๐Ÿฅ˜

A Cantonese-style stir-fry where pea shoots are the star, not the garnish. High heat blasts garlic and ginger, pea shoots go in at the end and barely wilt. Side dish on weeknights, vegetable course on weekends.

Ingredients

  • 4 oz fresh pea shoots
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or peanut)
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, julienned
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • Pinch of sugar, flaky salt

Method

  1. Heat wok or skillet on highest heat until smoking. Add oil, swirl.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, 20 sec, do not brown.
  3. Add pea shoots all at once. Toss aggressively 30-45 sec, stems stay crisp.
  4. Splash wine, soy, sugar. Toss 10 sec. Off heat, drizzle sesame, finish salt. Eat now.
10 MIN CHEF

Chef-Style Pea Shoot Pesto Tartine ๐Ÿฅ–

Restaurant-grade green pesto made with pea shoots instead of basil, spread thick on grilled sourdough. Pea shoots bring a sweet vegetal note the basil version cannot. Use leftover pesto on pasta, eggs, or grilled fish.

Ingredients

  • 3 oz fresh pea shoots
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup parmesan, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp juice
  • 4 thick slices sourdough, grilled
  • Ricotta or burrata to finish

Method

  1. Toast pine nuts 3-4 min in dry pan. Cool fully.
  2. Pulse pea shoots, basil, garlic, nuts in processor until coarse.
  3. Stream in olive oil. Pulse in cheese, zest, juice, salt. Adjust.
  4. Spread thick on grilled sourdough. Dollop ricotta or burrata. Tangle of fresh pea shoots, flaky salt, drizzle oil. Eat warm.
FOR CHEFS & SERIOUS COOKS

How Working Chefs Use Pea Shoot Microgreens

Sweet pea flavor, tender juicy stems, curling tendrils, and a price point that lets them be a base ingredient instead of a garnish. Pea shoots are the spring tasting-menu workhorse.

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Wilt-In Finisher for Spring Pasta and Risotto

Pea shoots dropped into a finished pasta or risotto at the very end of cooking wilt just enough to bloom the sweet pea flavor without losing texture. The kitchen prep takes 5 seconds, the result reads as a 20-minute reduction.

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Tall Textural Lift on Plated Proteins

A nest of pea shoots on top of seared lamb, halibut, or scallops adds visual height the way microgreens promise but rarely deliver. The tendrils curl and catch light, the stems stand up. Spring season menus get most of their plating from this trick.

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Pea Shoot Pesto Base

Substituting half or all of the basil in pesto with pea shoots delivers a brighter, sweeter green sauce that holds its color better in pasta. Use as a tortelloni filling base, a tartine spread, or a sauce for grilled fish. Holds 2 weeks refrigerated under oil.

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Crudo and Carpaccio Garnish

A delicate scatter on top of beef carpaccio, hamachi crudo, or scallop sashimi adds vegetal sweetness without competing with the raw fish or meat. Citrus, olive oil, flaky salt, pea shoots. That is the whole composition.

From Seed to Your Table ๐ŸŒฑ

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Day 1. Planted with Care

We soak premium pea seeds and plant them in nutrient-rich living soil. No chemicals, no shortcuts.

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Days 7-14. Growing Strong

Pea shoots grow tall with thick, juicy stems and curling tendrils. Natural light and daily attention keep them thriving.

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Days 14-21. Harvested Fresh

Cut to order and delivered the same day. You get the freshest pea shoots possible, still bursting with life and flavor.

SHELF LIFE & STORAGE

How Long Do Pea Shoot Microgreens Last?

3 to 5 weeks refrigerated in a sealed container at 38 to 40 ยฐF. One of the longest shelf lives of any microgreen we grow. Three to five times longer than most retail microgreens, because we harvest the morning of delivery and the tender juicy stems retain moisture beautifully.

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Refrigerate Immediately

Place the clamshell or bag in the crisper drawer the moment they arrive. Pea shoots are living tissue, every hour at room temperature shortens shelf life.

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Seal With a Paper Towel

If you transfer them to a different container, lay a dry paper towel underneath. It wicks excess moisture and keeps the tendrils crisp for the full 5 weeks.

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Keep Them Above Freezing

Do not freeze. Ice crystals rupture the cell walls and destroy both the crunch and the natural sweetness. Standard fridge temperature (38 to 40 ยฐF) is ideal.

Heads up: if the tendrils on the side shoots start to curl tight, the plant has matured past tender. Use the rest fast, those stems get fibrous.

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๐Ÿ“– GROW IT YOURSELF

Want to grow sweet pea at home?

We wrote a tray-tested blueprint specifically for sweet pea. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions ๐ŸŸข

What do pea shoot microgreens taste like?

Pea shoot microgreens taste like fresh sweet peas straight from the garden. They have a natural sweetness and satisfying crunch that makes them a favorite with both kids and adults.

How much protein do pea shoot microgreens contain?

Pea shoot microgreens contain approximately 20% protein by dry weight, making them one of the most protein-rich microgreens available. They are an excellent choice for plant-based diets.

How long does it take to grow pea shoot microgreens?

Pea shoot microgreens take 14 to 21 days from seed to harvest. They grow taller and fuller than most microgreens, which means generous portions at harvest time.

What nutrients are in pea shoot microgreens?

Pea shoots contain flavonoids, vitamins A, B, C, E, K, folate, betaine, Omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, iron, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, iodine, sulfur, potassium, zinc, choline, chlorophyll, amino acids, and antioxidants.

Are microGREEN FX pea shoots pesticide-free?

Yes. All microGREEN FX microgreens, including pea shoots, are grown pesticide-free in SE Pennsylvania. We use living soil and sustainable growing practices with zero chemicals.

Should I eat pea shoots once tendrils start growing on the side shoots?

No. Once curling tendrils develop on the side shoots, the pea plant has matured past the tender microgreen stage and the stems become fibrous and harder to digest. Eat your sweet pea shoots while the tendrils are still small and the stems are tender, or harvest before the tendrils take over to keep that sweet, crunchy texture. Need a fresh batch? Order online or grab a grow kit for an endless supply.

How long do pea shoot microgreens last in the fridge?

Pea shoots from microGREEN FX last 3 to 5 weeks refrigerated in a sealed container at 38 to 40 ยฐF. One of the longest shelf lives of any microgreen we grow. Three to five times longer than most retail microgreens, because we harvest the morning of delivery and the tender juicy stems retain moisture beautifully.

Where can I buy fresh pea shoot microgreens near me in SE Pennsylvania?

microGREEN FX delivers fresh pea shoots free across Southeast Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Delaware, Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. Order online, find us every Saturday at the Upper Merion Farmers Market in King of Prussia, or pick up a grow kit to grow your own at home.

What do pea shoot microgreens pair well with?

Best pairs with bright fresh flavors that match the natural sweetness: lemon and citrus, garlic, mint, fresh peas (double-pea dishes), parmesan and ricotta, and tender herbs like dill and tarragon. They wilt beautifully into hot pasta, stir-fries, and risottos at the very end of cooking. Avoid heavy, bitter, or strongly spiced foods that drown the delicate sweet pea flavor.

Can chefs use pea shoot microgreens in restaurant dishes?

Yes. Working chefs use pea shoots as a wilt-in finisher for spring pastas, risottos, and stir-fries, as a tall textural lift on plated proteins (lamb, fish, scallops), as the green base of a pea-shoot pesto for tartines and tortelloni, and as a crudo or carpaccio garnish that delivers a vegetal sweetness. Visual height, tendrils, and natural sweetness make them one of the most versatile microgreens for tasting-menu kitchens.

The Best Value in Microgreens ๐ŸŸข

Just $2/oz for fresh, pesticide-free pea shoots. Sweet, crunchy, 20% protein. Grown in SE Pennsylvania and delivered fresh to your door.

How much longer do you want to settle for grocery store greens that were picked days ago?

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