Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™
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This item was last sold on : 10/31/26
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Description/Taste
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is characteristically small and varies in appearance, exhibiting oval, elongated, lobed leaves. Each leaf is flat and can have broad, thick lobes or thin, narrow ones, being notably defined by its contrasting coloring. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ features red, crimson, and purple-red veining across the surface with concentrated colors in the center of the leaf. The greens also vary in color, ranging from light to dark green. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ has a tender, pliable, firm, and crisp consistency with a succulent nature. The stems are slender, lightly chewy, and delicate. The microgreens have a firm, semi-structured consistency, allowing them to be used for texture and body to dishes. They also emit a mild, earthy, and citrusy aroma. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is edible raw and known for its robust, bold taste. The microgreens contain a spicy, peppery, earthy, and nutty flavor with a green, subtly citrusy nuance.
Seasons/Availability
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is available year-round through Fresh Origins®. Its coloring will be most saturated in cooler months, and in warmer months, it may lighten overall.
Current Facts
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is a specialty microgreen distinguished by its vivid coloring, crisp, firm texture, and bold flavoring. The greens are a curated creation of Fresh Origins® and are grown year-round using traditional farming methods in San Diego, California. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ provides chefs with an easy-to-use, visually striking, edible green that elevates plates in both flavor and aesthetic appeal. Though the microgreen is grown year-round for a sustainable and consistent addition to menus, the greens have the greatest color variation in cooler months, enhancing dishes with minimal preparation. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is sought by chefs and home cooks as a finishing element and an edible garnish in a wide array of savory and sweet culinary preparations.
Nutritional Value
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ has not been extensively studied for its nutritional properties. Microgreens, in general, are a source of fiber that aids digestion and contain vitamins C, E, and K, which strengthen the immune system, guard cells against free radical damage, and promote faster wound healing. Microgreens also provide varying amounts of minerals, including magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, potassium, manganese, and phosphorus. These minerals help the body build red blood cells, produce the protein hemoglobin for oxygen transport in the bloodstream, support bone and tooth development, control nerve functions, and balance fluid levels.
Applications
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ offers peppery, earthy, nutty, and subtly citrusy flavors in a compact package for use on raw and cooked preparations. The microgreens are traditionally used as a finishing element on plates, adding visual appeal, texture, and flavor. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ can be incorporated into salads, layered into sandwiches, or tossed into pasta dishes. The greens are versatile and are added quickly, providing an edible finishing element that can be hand-placed on dishes for a precise, curated look, or scattered, sprinkled, or delicately piled for a more natural appearance. Try topping the microgreens on flatbread, serving with roasted roots and braised meats, or folding into grain-based dishes. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ can also be floated on soups, stews, and curries, used on seafood and grilled meat entrees, or blended into dips and spreads. The greens also complement egg-based dishes like omelets and scrambles, blend well into vegetable medleys, or are placed as a bed for entrees. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ pairs well with nuts like pine, pecans, and walnuts, cheeses such as goat, feta, parmesan, and burrata, and fruits like figs, pears, citrus, and strawberries. Microgreens will keep for several days when stored in the refrigerator in their original clamshell, but it is recommended to immediately use them for the freshest appearance.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is notably mentioned in two fall-focused menu guides through Fresh Origins®. This microgreen is ideal for fall dishes, as its color is most saturated and contrasting during cooler months, drawing the eye for enhanced visual appeal. Fall is a season for warm, comforting dishes to usher in the changing weather and to welcome the start of the holiday season. Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is featured in the Halloween menu guide curated by Fresh Origins®, as the bold crimson coloring across the microgreen’s surface adds a spooky touch to plating. The microgreen’s surprising, peppery flavor also delights palates and awakens the senses for a memorable eating experience. In addition to their Halloween menu guide, Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is also mentioned in Fresh Origins®' fall menu guide, which focuses on elevating grilled cheese sandwiches. Using microgreens strategically amplifies texture, flavor, and visual appeal in sandwiches, transforming familiar comfort dishes into elevated, seasonally inspired creations. In this fall guide, Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is incorporated into a recipe created by Chef Steven Woerdehoff, combining the microgreen with “peperonata, blue cheese, grana padano cheese crisp, and mozzarella on rustic, whole grain artisan bread.”
Geography/History
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ is an original creation developed by Fresh Origins®, the largest grower and supplier of microgreens, edible flowers, and specialty items in the United States. Fresh Origins® was established in 1995 and utilizes its ideal location in the mild Southern California climate to produce robust, healthy, and eye-catching greens. The seed-to-plate company grows a variety of microgreens in greenhouses, and the greens are hand-harvested, packed, and shipped at peak quality to provide chefs with a flavorful garnish and visual addition to culinary preparations. Today, Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins® across the United States, including Specialty Produce.
Learn More...Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Chocolate Bar | Carlsbad CA | 442-500-2007 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Singing Hills Golf Resort | El Cajon CA | 619-445-6002 x1 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
Micro Arugula Crimson Blaze™ for sale around the world shared on the Specialty Produce App
