Coriandrum sativum
About
Cilantro is one of the most divisive herbs in the world, a flavor people tend to either love or find soapy and unpleasant, a difference largely traced back to genetics. Cilantro microgreens distill that same bold, citrusy character into a smaller, more delicate leaf, giving herb lovers a fresh new way to lean into the flavor.
Flavor Profile & Texture
The flavor is intensely herbal and citrusy, essentially concentrated cilantro: bright, a little soapy-green to those with the genetic sensitivity to the herb, and unmistakably vivid to everyone else. The texture is soft and delicate, with thin stems and small, tender leaves that wilt quickly, so they're almost always used raw and added at the very last moment.
Nutritional Information
Nutrient Amount (Per 100g, Raw)
Calories ~23 kcal
Vitamin K ~ Excellent source
Vitamin A ~ Good source
Antioxidant compounds ~ Present
Folate ~ Good source
Approximate values, based on general USDA and published nutrient data for this or closely related species. Provided for general educational purposes only, not medical advice.
Keeping It Fresh
Store unwashed in a vented, paper towel-lined container in the refrigerator; use within 3–5 days, as this is one of the more delicate microgreens on the list.
Culinary Uses
● Scattered over tacos and rice bowls just before serving
● Stirred into salsa or guacamole for a fresh lift
● Used as a finishing garnish on curries and soups
● Tossed into a bright citrus salad
● Blended into a cilantro-lime dressing
Complementary Meals
Breakfast: Scatter cilantro microgreens over a breakfast burrito or huevos rancheros right before serving, where the bright, herbal punch wakes up an otherwise heavy, rich breakfast.
Lunch: They're a natural finishing touch on tacos, rice bowls, or a citrus-forward salad, where their intensity plays well against acid like lime. Stirred into fresh guacamole, a small handful goes a long way.
Dinner: Use them as a last-minute garnish on curries, soups, or grilled fish, where their bright, citrusy punch cuts through richer, spiced sauces and keeps the dish tasting fresh.
Drink Pairings
Wine: A zesty, citrus-forward Sauvignon Blanc mirrors cilantro's own bright character. Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery in Dahlonega, GA, makes food-friendly whites suited to this pairing.
Beer: A Mexican-style lager is the classic match for the dishes cilantro microgreens usually finish. Wild Heaven Beer, based in Avondale Estates, GA, offers clean lager options that work well.
Spirits: A classic margarita, with its lime and citrus notes, is a natural partner. ASW Distillery in Atlanta, GA, offers clean spirits suited as a base for citrus-forward cocktails.
Non-Alcoholic: A citrus or lime kombucha mirrors cilantro's brightness closely. Golda Kombucha in Atlanta, GA, has citrus varieties well suited to this pairing.
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