Red Veined Sorrel Microgreens

Rumex sanguineus

About

Sorrel has grown wild along hedgerows and forest edges for centuries, valued by foragers long before it found its way into cultivated gardens. Red veined sorrel microgreens carry that same tart, lemony character forward, marked by the deep red veining that gives the variety its name.

Flavor Profile & Texture

The flavor is sharply tart and lemony, closer to citrus than to any typical leafy green, with a clean, almost sour finish. Texturally, the leaves are tender and smooth, patterned with striking red veins running through otherwise deep green foliage.

Nutritional Information

Nutrient Amount (Per 100g, Raw)

Calories ~22 kcal

Vitamin C ~ Excellent source

Vitamin A ~ Good source

Oxalic Acid ~ Naturally present, best enjoyed in moderation

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 container in the refrigerator, and use within 4 to 5 days, since this is a delicate microgreen.

Culinary Uses

● Scattered over seared scallops or fish for brightness

● Used as a garnish on rich, cream based dishes

● Folded into a citrus forward salad

● Blended into a tart green sauce

● Used to finish freshly shucked oysters

Complementary Meals

Breakfast: Scatter a few leaves over eggs Benedict or another rich, hollandaise based breakfast dish, where the tartness cuts nicely through the richness.

Lunch: Fold into a citrus salad with avocado, or use as a bright garnish on a cream based soup at lunch.

Dinner: Use as a finishing touch on seared scallops, oysters, or a rich fish dinner, where its lemony bite balances buttery sauces.

Drink Pairings

Wine: A high acid white such as Sauvignon Blanc mirrors sorrel's own tartness. Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery in Dahlonega, GA, produces whites well suited to this pairing.

Beer: A tart sour ale complements the microgreen naturally. Wild Heaven Beer, based in Avondale Estates, GA, is known for sour and Belgian inspired styles.

Spirits: A classic gin and tonic with citrus echoes the same brightness. ASW Distillery's Winterville Gin, made in Atlanta, GA, is a fitting choice.

Non-Alcoholic: A citrus kombucha is a near perfect match for sorrel's tartness. Golda Kombucha in Atlanta, GA, has citrus varieties suited to this pairing.