5 most nutrient-packed microgreens you should consider

Micro cilantro is helpful in protecting cells and organs. Photo: homemicrogreens.com

“Microgreens are rich in vitamins (C, E, beta–carotenes) and minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and iron. It contains health-promoting phytonutrients such as phenolic antioxidants, anthocyanins and carotenoids.

“In a 2012 study which examined 25 microgreens, red cabbage, cilantro, garnet amaranth, and green daikon radish recorded the highest concentrations of vitamin C, vitamin A (carotenoids), vitamin K and vitamin E (tocopherols), respectively, ” said Dr Wong, who is also the Nutrition Society of Malaysia's assistant honorary secretary.Microgreens can be sprinkled on any salad for that added crunch. Photo: Filepic