Microgreens may be small in size, but they pack a punch in flavor, nutrition, and versatility.
While often associated with salads or Western cuisines, these nutrient-dense greens can
beautifully complement traditional Indian meals too! At Praroha Greens, we believe in
blending ancient Indian food wisdom with modern health trends—and microgreens are the
perfect bridge.

In this blog, we’ll explore how to use microgreens in your daily Indian cooking and share a
few easy recipes to try at home.

What Are Microgreens?
Microgreens are the tender, edible seedlings of vegetables and herbs, harvested just a few
days after germination. Common Indian microgreens include fenugreek (methi), radish
(mooli), mustard (sarson), sunflower, pea shoots, and broccoli.

They’re not just for garnishing—they can be cooked, blended, or tossed into your favorite
Indian dishes.

How to Add Microgreens to Indian Meals
Here are some easy and flavorful ways to integrate microgreens into Indian dishes:

1. Pesarattu with Microgreens
Dish: Andhra-style green gram dosa
How to Use: Sprinkle a mix of sunflower and radish microgreens inside the dosa before
folding. Adds crunch and boosts iron and vitamin C content.

2. Parathas with Fenugreek Microgreens
Dish: Stuffed or plain paratha
How to Use: Mix fenugreek microgreens directly into the dough for a fresh, mildly bitter
flavor that aids diges on and balances blood sugar.

3. Curries & Sabzis
Dish: Vegetable curry or dry sabzi
How to Use: Top off cooked dishes like aloo-gobi, bhindi, or paneer bhurji with mustard or
broccoli microgreens. Add at the end to retain nutrients.

4. Buttermilk or Chaas
Dish: Traditional summer drink
How to Use: Blend a few fenugreek or radish microgreens into buttermilk with ginger and
cumin. It enhances gut health and cools the body.

5. Biryani & Pulav
Dish: Layered rice dishes
How to Use: Use broccoli or sunflower microgreens as a final topping on biryani before
serving. It adds a unique twist of flavor and a dose of an oxidants.

Quick Microgreen Recipe: Indian-Style Microgreen Chaat

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed microgreens (radish, pea shoots, sunflower)
• 1 boiled potato (diced)
• ½ chopped onion
• Chaat masala, salt, lemon juice
• Sev or roasted peanuts (optional)

Method:

1. Toss all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Sprinkle chaat masala and lemon juice.
3. Serve fresh as a healthy snack or salad.

Why It Works
Microgreens blend beautifully with Indian flavors. They:

• Elevate texture and taste.
• Add vitamins like A, C, and K.
• Are easy to digest and full of fiber.

• Support immunity and digestion naturally.

Final Thoughts
Microgreens aren’t just a trend—they’re a sustainable superfood that fits right into Indian
kitchens. Start with small addi ons to your meals, and soon you’ll be reaching for your tray
of Praroha Greens every day.

Ready to try? Explore our fresh, locally grown microgreens on www.prarohagreens.com and
elevate your plate the healthy way!