Red Garnet Amaranth contains a robust flavor, similar to mustard - but much less spicy. It can add depth to any dish that requires fresh greens--or in this case, reds! It's striking colors make it a great garnish or a lovely addition to any microgreen salad.
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MORE NUTRITIONAL INFO
In the microgreens world, amaranth, in particular garnet amaranth microgreens, are one of the healthiest around. A 2012 study conducted by the University of Maryland along with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) examined 25 varieties of microgreens for their nutritional content.
Specifically, they looked at:
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
- Vitamin E (tocopherols)
- Vitamin K (phylloquinone)
- Vitamin A (beta-carotene)
Of the 25 different varieties of microgreens, garnet amaranth was one of the top four microgreens that contained the highest levels of vitamins C, E, A, and K. Others to score high include red cabbage, cilantro, and green daikon radish.