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Micro Italian basil is very small in size, averaging 5-7 centimeters in height, and has 2-4 bright green leaves that are connected to a pale green stem. The first set of leaves to open, or the cotyledons, have a smooth texture and a rounded spade-shape, while the second pair, or the true leaves, are more oval and resemble a tiny version of mature basil. Micro Italian basil is crisp, tender, and aromatic with a green, subtle clove-like flavor that is followed by a sweet finish with notes of citrus, pepper, and mild anise.
Micro Italian Basil is available year-round.
Micro Italian basil is the young, tiny, edible version of one of the most commonly grown herbs and is harvested 14-25 days after sowing. Prized for its pungent yet classic sweet and spicy flavor, Micro Italian basil is predominately used as a garnish on a variety of culinary dishes to add an extra layer of flavor, texture, and aesthetic appeal.
Micro Italian basil contains some vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, and potassium.
Micro Italian basil greens are best suited for raw applications as their delicate nature cannot withstand high heat. The mild and sweet characteristics of Micro Italian basil make it ideal for incorporating into both savory and sweet applications. They can be used as a garnish on pasta, pizza, quiche, soups, green salads, and fruit salads. They can also add flavor to lemonade and fruity cocktails like mojitos, gimlets, or martinis or be combined into dips, dressing, and sauces. Much like mature basil, Micro Italian basil works well with many classic pairings including tomatoes, garlic, onion, corn, and mozzarella cheese, and also pairs well with blueberries, strawberries, apricot, pineapple, nectarines, peaches, watermelon, vanilla, lemon verbena, coconut, honey, ginger, cinnamon, and white chocolate. Micro Italian basil will keep 5-7 days when stored unwashed, in a sealed container, and in the refrigerator.
Microgreens have recently become a favorite edible garnish for chefs in fine dining restaurants because of their ease of use and increased aesthetic appeal. Consumers today are more aware of the visual presentation of a dish due to social media and the sharing of food photos. With this awareness, restaurants are finding new ways to create unique looking dishes to be promoted over these platforms. Microgreens are also packed with nutrients and provide the consumer with fresh, green flavors year-round without laborious preparation.
Basil is native to India and was introduced to the Mediterranean and Asia via trade routes and immigrants during ancient times. It was then brought to the New World in 1621 with colonists and early settlers. Micro Italian basil was one of the first microgreens produced and became popular in the 1980s-1990s when fine dining restaurants began adding them as a garnish to dishes. Today Micro Italian basil is available through select distributors and at specialty grocers in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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Description/Taste
Micro Italian basil is very small in size, averaging 5-7 centimeters in height, and has 2-4 bright green leaves that are connected to a pale green stem. The first set of leaves to open, or the cotyledons, have a smooth texture and a rounded spade-shape, while the second pair, or the true leaves, are more oval and resemble a tiny version of mature basil. Micro Italian basil is crisp, tender, and aromatic with a green, subtle clove-like flavor that is followed by a sweet finish with notes of citrus, pepper, and mild anise.
Seasons/Availability
Micro Italian Basil is available year-round.
Current Facts
Micro Italian basil is the young, tiny, edible version of one of the most commonly grown herbs and is harvested 14-25 days after sowing. Prized for its pungent yet classic sweet and spicy flavor, Micro Italian basil is predominately used as a garnish on a variety of culinary dishes to add an extra layer of flavor, texture, and aesthetic appeal.
Nutritional Value
Micro Italian basil contains some vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper, magnesium, and potassium.
Applications
Micro Italian basil greens are best suited for raw applications as their delicate nature cannot withstand high heat. The mild and sweet characteristics of Micro Italian basil make it ideal for incorporating into both savory and sweet applications. They can be used as a garnish on pasta, pizza, quiche, soups, green salads, and fruit salads. They can also add flavor to lemonade and fruity cocktails like mojitos, gimlets, or martinis or be combined into dips, dressing, and sauces. Much like mature basil, Micro Italian basil works well with many classic pairings including tomatoes, garlic, onion, corn, and mozzarella cheese, and also pairs well with blueberries, strawberries, apricot, pineapple, nectarines, peaches, watermelon, vanilla, lemon verbena, coconut, honey, ginger, cinnamon, and white chocolate. Micro Italian basil will keep 5-7 days when stored unwashed, in a sealed container, and in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Microgreens have recently become a favorite edible garnish for chefs in fine dining restaurants because of their ease of use and increased aesthetic appeal. Consumers today are more aware of the visual presentation of a dish due to social media and the sharing of food photos. With this awareness, restaurants are finding new ways to create unique looking dishes to be promoted over these platforms. Microgreens are also packed with nutrients and provide the consumer with fresh, green flavors year-round without laborious preparation.
Geography/History
Basil is native to India and was introduced to the Mediterranean and Asia via trade routes and immigrants during ancient times. It was then brought to the New World in 1621 with colonists and early settlers. Micro Italian basil was one of the first microgreens produced and became popular in the 1980s-1990s when fine dining restaurants began adding them as a garnish to dishes. Today Micro Italian basil is available through select distributors and at specialty grocers in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Plan 9 Alehouse | Escondido CA | 760-489-8817 |
| 264 Fresco (Kitchen) | Carlsbad CA | 760-720-3737 |
| Viejas Casino Baron Long's | Alpine CA | 619-863-9033 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza | Oceanside CA | 760-310-1535 |
| Seasalt | Del Mar CA | 858-755-7100 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Rosewood Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5886 |
| Thai One On | Carlsbad CA | 760-500-8674 |
| Hotel Del ENO Produce | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| Sushi Exchange | San Diego CA | 619-961-7218 |
| Sugar Bear Enterprises | San Diego CA | 925-383-3623 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Shake and Muddle | Chula Vista CA | 619-816-5429 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Raki Raki & Co. | San Diego CA | 858-573-2400 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Mangia Mangia | Valley Center CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Urban Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| The Country Club Of Rancho Bernardo | San Diego CA | 858-451-9100 |
| California Center for the Arts | Escondido CA | 760-839-4107 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Don Pietro | San Diego CA | 619-255-7205 |
| Pacific Coast Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-794-4632 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| The Lion Share | San Diego CA | 619-564-6924 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Hotel Republic San Diego | San Diego CA | 951-756-9357 |
| Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC | San Marcos CA | 508-320-6644 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 619-331-4528 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Pacific Terrace Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-581-3500 |
| Eddie V's Prime Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-615-0281 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-586-8289 |
| Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
| The Tavern | Coronado CA | 602-628-5890 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Paradise Point Resort BQT Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Convention Center Shell | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
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Recipes that include Micro Italian Basil. One
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