TenderGreens™ Herb Salad
Estimated Inventory, 8 oz : -1.00
This item was last sold on : 05/10/25
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Tendergreens™ Herb Salad consists of small leaves connected to slender stems of varying size, ranging from 10 to 12 centimeters, and the leaves appear in an array of shapes, including flat, elongated, and oval with smooth, serrated, and frilled edging. The greens also vary in color from dark green to rich burgundy and include smooth, rough, crisp, and succulent textures. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad is highly aromatic with a robust herbaceous flavor, including savory notes and subtly sweet, earthy, and vegetal qualities.
Available year-round.
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad is a blend of delicate, edible seedlings that are part of a trademarked line of specialty greens grown by Fresh Origins Farm in San Marcos, California. The Fresh Origins Tenergreens™ line are the most mature greens grown by the company, featuring larger leaves the maintain their firm and voluminous shape, making them ideal for both garnishing and salads. The herb salad mix is a modern adaptation of the soft aromatic herbs traditionally used to build flavor in cooking. The exact blend of the Tendergreens™ Herb salad is propriety to Fresh Origins, but it may include varieties of basil, chive, chervil, tarragon, arugula, and sorrel. The herbs are arvested approximately 8 to 10 weeks after sowing, once the leaf has matured but maintains its delicate texture, resulting in an intense yet balanced flavor profile that works well in a variety of cuisines. Fresh Origins grows their Micro, Petite®, and Tendergreens™ year-round in expansive, sustainably minded greenhouses. Chefs and at-home cooks value Tendergreens™ Herb Salad for the blend’s balanced flavor profile, visual appeal, and hearty texture.
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad provides a variety of vitamins and minerals due to its blend of herbs with unique nutritional properties. The delicate herbs are a source of vitamins A and C, two antioxidants that support the body’s immune system, growth, and development. The greens are also known to contain magnesium, calcium, potassium and iron, all nutrients that support many vital functions and systems within the body. The nutrients within Tendergreens™ Herb Salad are contained mainly within the leaves and can varying depending on growing conditions.
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad provides a unique flavor profile, beautiful coloring, and delicate texture making it ideal for garnishing, as a fresh bed for grilled meats or vegetables, or mixed into salads for added appeal. Although more mature than Microgreens and Petite® greens, Tendergreens™ are too delicate to withstand high heat and should be added at the end of cooking or plating to prevent the leaves from wilting. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad can be lightly dressed and served as a salad, added into sandwiches and wraps, or spread over freshly baked pizza. The greens can be mixed into hearty grain salads or served under grilled steak or smoked salmon. Since the mix is comprised of essential culinary herbs, Tendergreens™ Herb Salad often complements flavors commonly found in Italian, Latin and Hispanic cuisine and can be used as a fresh garnish to deepen flavors of holiday dishes such as roasted turkey, stuffing, or sweet potatoes. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad pairs well with a grilled meats including chicken, steak, and pork, and vegetables such as peas, summer and hard squash, tomatoes, and brassicas. The flavorful mix can be served with other aromatics including onions, garlic, and mushrooms, or it can be served with fresh fruits such as watermelon, pears, apples, and strawberries. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad will generally keep 5 to 7 days stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
Aromatic Herbs have been used in cooking for centuries. The addition of these delicate greens not only adds nutritional and medicinal qualities to the dish, but they also enhance the flavor by engaging the olfactory sensors in the nose. Although taste and smell are separate senses, the two are closely entwined when detecting the flavor of food. Modern cuisine has taken the concept of multi-sensory eating to new heights, bringing in all five senses. Multi-sensory dining gained popularity in the 2010s with restaurants creating unique dining experiences that engaged all five senses, such as Alinea in Chicago who is renowned for creating artistic menus that use sounds, smells, and textures to evoke a deeper enjoyment of the plated food. According to neuro-scientist Gordon M. Shepard, all five senses play a part in the flavor of food. The color of the palate, the feel of the plate or silverware used, the ambient soundscape, and the scent released can all build a sense of nostalgia or trigger a memory that heightens the shared dining experience. Modern Chefs are now challenging themselves to curate multi-sensory experiences at every level of cuisine, from gastropubs to fine dining, using unique, flavorful, and highly aromatic ingredients similar to the Tendergreens™ Herb Salad.
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad was developed at Fresh Origins Farm, located in Northern San Diego County. Fresh Origins has been the leading American producer of naturally grown microgreens since its founding in 1995. The farm utilizes the temperate Southern California climate to produce their high-quality greens and flowers year-round. Fresh Origins is a member of the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, a set of rigorous food safety practices created by food safety experts and audited by government entities. Growers at Fresh Origins partner with chefs to develop proprietary mixes and varieties through breed-selection, creating unique and flavorful products for culinary and mixology purposes. Today, Tendergreens™ Herb Salad can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins across the United States and Canada.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include TenderGreens™ Herb Salad. One
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Description/Taste
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad consists of small leaves connected to slender stems of varying size, ranging from 10 to 12 centimeters, and the leaves appear in an array of shapes, including flat, elongated, and oval with smooth, serrated, and frilled edging. The greens also vary in color from dark green to rich burgundy and include smooth, rough, crisp, and succulent textures. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad is highly aromatic with a robust herbaceous flavor, including savory notes and subtly sweet, earthy, and vegetal qualities.
Seasons/Availability
Available year-round.
Current Facts
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad is a blend of delicate, edible seedlings that are part of a trademarked line of specialty greens grown by Fresh Origins Farm in San Marcos, California. The Fresh Origins Tenergreens™ line are the most mature greens grown by the company, featuring larger leaves the maintain their firm and voluminous shape, making them ideal for both garnishing and salads. The herb salad mix is a modern adaptation of the soft aromatic herbs traditionally used to build flavor in cooking. The exact blend of the Tendergreens™ Herb salad is propriety to Fresh Origins, but it may include varieties of basil, chive, chervil, tarragon, arugula, and sorrel. The herbs are arvested approximately 8 to 10 weeks after sowing, once the leaf has matured but maintains its delicate texture, resulting in an intense yet balanced flavor profile that works well in a variety of cuisines. Fresh Origins grows their Micro, Petite®, and Tendergreens™ year-round in expansive, sustainably minded greenhouses. Chefs and at-home cooks value Tendergreens™ Herb Salad for the blend’s balanced flavor profile, visual appeal, and hearty texture.
Nutritional Value
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad provides a variety of vitamins and minerals due to its blend of herbs with unique nutritional properties. The delicate herbs are a source of vitamins A and C, two antioxidants that support the body’s immune system, growth, and development. The greens are also known to contain magnesium, calcium, potassium and iron, all nutrients that support many vital functions and systems within the body. The nutrients within Tendergreens™ Herb Salad are contained mainly within the leaves and can varying depending on growing conditions.
Applications
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad provides a unique flavor profile, beautiful coloring, and delicate texture making it ideal for garnishing, as a fresh bed for grilled meats or vegetables, or mixed into salads for added appeal. Although more mature than Microgreens and Petite® greens, Tendergreens™ are too delicate to withstand high heat and should be added at the end of cooking or plating to prevent the leaves from wilting. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad can be lightly dressed and served as a salad, added into sandwiches and wraps, or spread over freshly baked pizza. The greens can be mixed into hearty grain salads or served under grilled steak or smoked salmon. Since the mix is comprised of essential culinary herbs, Tendergreens™ Herb Salad often complements flavors commonly found in Italian, Latin and Hispanic cuisine and can be used as a fresh garnish to deepen flavors of holiday dishes such as roasted turkey, stuffing, or sweet potatoes. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad pairs well with a grilled meats including chicken, steak, and pork, and vegetables such as peas, summer and hard squash, tomatoes, and brassicas. The flavorful mix can be served with other aromatics including onions, garlic, and mushrooms, or it can be served with fresh fruits such as watermelon, pears, apples, and strawberries. Tendergreens™ Herb Salad will generally keep 5 to 7 days stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Aromatic Herbs have been used in cooking for centuries. The addition of these delicate greens not only adds nutritional and medicinal qualities to the dish, but they also enhance the flavor by engaging the olfactory sensors in the nose. Although taste and smell are separate senses, the two are closely entwined when detecting the flavor of food. Modern cuisine has taken the concept of multi-sensory eating to new heights, bringing in all five senses. Multi-sensory dining gained popularity in the 2010s with restaurants creating unique dining experiences that engaged all five senses, such as Alinea in Chicago who is renowned for creating artistic menus that use sounds, smells, and textures to evoke a deeper enjoyment of the plated food. According to neuro-scientist Gordon M. Shepard, all five senses play a part in the flavor of food. The color of the palate, the feel of the plate or silverware used, the ambient soundscape, and the scent released can all build a sense of nostalgia or trigger a memory that heightens the shared dining experience. Modern Chefs are now challenging themselves to curate multi-sensory experiences at every level of cuisine, from gastropubs to fine dining, using unique, flavorful, and highly aromatic ingredients similar to the Tendergreens™ Herb Salad.
Geography/History
Tendergreens™ Herb Salad was developed at Fresh Origins Farm, located in Northern San Diego County. Fresh Origins has been the leading American producer of naturally grown microgreens since its founding in 1995. The farm utilizes the temperate Southern California climate to produce their high-quality greens and flowers year-round. Fresh Origins is a member of the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, a set of rigorous food safety practices created by food safety experts and audited by government entities. Growers at Fresh Origins partner with chefs to develop proprietary mixes and varieties through breed-selection, creating unique and flavorful products for culinary and mixology purposes. Today, Tendergreens™ Herb Salad can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins across the United States and Canada.
Learn More...Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Vi At La Jolla Village | San Diego CA | 858-646-7700 |
| California English | San Diego CA | 727-515-0362 |
| Marisi La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 951-852-6730 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| The Handmade Chef Meal Prep Co. | San Diego CA | 619-368-3705 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include TenderGreens™ Herb Salad. One
is easiest, three is harder.| The Food Channel |
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Mixed Greens with Five-Spiced Bacon and Poached Egg |
