SUNFLOWER SHOOTS

🌱 Nutritional Highlights

Sunflower microgreens are nutrient-dense greens packed with vitamin E, zinc, iron, and B-complex vitamins, supporting immune health, skin repair, and metabolic function. They have high levels of chlorophyll, unsaturated fatty acids, and polyphenols. These compounds provide strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Recent studies have shown that sunflower microgreens:

  • Contain over 6 mg of vitamin E per 100g, helping meet 40% of daily needs in just one serving

  • Provide 2.8–4.1 mg of zinc per 100g, essential for immune function and tissue repair

  • Exhibit strong antioxidant activity, with DPPH inhibition rates above 80%

  • Deliver chlorophyll and flavonoids that support detoxification and cellular protection

🧑🏻‍🍳 Flavor & Best Use

Super crunchy and slightly nutty — sunflower microgreens are one of the few varieties you can eat by the handful. Their strong stems and thick leaves make them perfect for snacking. You can enjoy them alone or use them in sandwiches, wraps, and charcuterie boards. They're also perfect for adding bulk and texture to salads and grain bowls.

🍽️ Suggested Serving Size

A typical serving of 25–40g (1–1.5 oz), or about 1 cup of fresh sunflower microgreens, provides a concentrated source of vitamins and antioxidants. Consuming sunflower microgreens 3–5 times per week supports intake of vitamin E, zinc, and beneficial plant-based fats. A container of our sunflower microgreens contains at least 85g, meaning you should get 2 to 3 servings. This dietary suggestion is based on findings from Rani et al., 2024.

📚 Scientific Citations

  1. Rani, S., et al. (2024). Measurement of Phytochemical Content & Nutritional Characteristics of Microgreens Grown in High Altitude Region of India. Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization.

  2. Kowitcharoen, L., et al. (2021). Bioactive Composition of Microgreens Grown in Thailand. Applied Sciences, 11(17), 7981.

  3. Poudel, P., et al. (2023). Zinc Biofortification Through Seed Nutri-Priming in Sunflower & Pea Microgreens. Frontiers in Plant Science.

  4. Di Gioia, F., et al. (2023). Yield & Nutrient Profile of Seventeen Microgreen Species. Frontiers in Plant Science.