Amaranth
Deep magenta stems and small, tender leaves — the prettiest thing on the tray and the mildest thing in the box. The flavor is gentle and slightly earthy, closer to young beet green than to anything spicy, so it never argues with what you put it on. Use it where you want color more than punch: over seared fish, across a grain bowl, or scattered on a soft cheese plate. It is the variety chefs reach for when a plate needs to look expensive. Cut it fresh, keep it cold and dry in the clamshell, and snip just before serving — the stems soften if they sit in dressing.
Weekly box: Organic Microgreens, Grown to your order



