Micro Fiesta Blend®
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This item was last sold on : 10/01/26
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Description/Taste
Micro Fiesta Blend® is a collection of microgreens and flower petals in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. The microgreens are distinguished by their small stature and range in shape from oval, cordate, and elongated to rounded. Each leaf is typically flat and can be slender or broad with curved features. The leaf’s edges can be smooth and even or jagged and toothed, and some microgreens feature veining across the surface. Micro Fiesta Blend® has a soft, tender, pliable, and crisp consistency with a succulent nature. The stems are slender, lightly chewy, and delicate. The blend also contains microgreens in different shades, from pale green, green, maroon, to dark purple. The edible flower petals are delicate, velvety, and soft, appearing in brilliant shades of yellow, red, and sometimes purple. The flowers may also be rotated seasonally based on availability, which can change the blend's color. Micro Fiesta Blend® is edible raw and contains a range of flavors, from herbal, bright, and citrusy to intense, peppery, spicy, and earthy. When combined, the blend has a pleasant, aromatic, savory taste with garden-fresh nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Micro Fiesta Blend® is available year-round through Fresh Origins®.
Current Facts
Micro Fiesta Blend® is a curated selection of 15 to 20 microgreens mixed with colorful accents of confetti-like flower petals, providing chefs with an easy-to-use assortment of edible greens and blooms. The blend is grown and prepared year-round using traditional farming methods and is notably created by Fresh Origins® in San Diego, California. Micro Fiesta Blend® enhances the color, overall visual appeal, and flavor of dishes and strategically includes microgreens with varying flavors to create a lively, complex blend with minimal preparation. Micro Fiesta Blend® is sought by chefs and home cooks to add personality to dishes. The blend is used as a finishing element and an edible garnish in a wide array of savory and sweet culinary preparations.
Nutritional Value
Micro Fiesta Blend® has not been studied for its nutritional properties. Microgreens, in general, are a source of fiber that aids digestion and contain vitamins C, E, and K, which promote faster wound healing, protect cells against free radical damage, and strengthen the immune system. Microgreens also provide varying amounts of minerals, including manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium. These minerals help the body balance fluid levels, produce the protein hemoglobin for oxygen transport in the bloodstream, support bone and tooth development, and maintain nerve functions.
Applications
Micro Fiesta Blend® offers spicy, green, citrusy, and other intense flavors in a compact package for use on raw and cooked preparations. The blend of greens and flower petals is traditionally used as a finishing element on plates, adding visual appeal, color, texture, and flavor. Micro Fiesta Blend® is promoted for its use in Latin American cuisine. Individual greens and petals can be placed on dishes for a precise, curated look, or the blend can be scattered, sprinkled, or delicately piled for a more natural appearance. Micro Fiesta Blend® is topped over tostadas, tamales, tacos, and nachos, or it is placed on other traditional dishes like arroz con pollo, sopes, ceviche, or mole. The blend’s versatility allows it to be used on almost any savory dish, and its spicy, citrusy flavor complements dishes with global flavor influences. Try adding Micro Fiesta Blend® to hearty soups, stews, and curries, layering it into sandwiches, or topping egg-based dishes like omelets, frittatas, and quiche. They can also be sprinkled into salads, added to dips, sauces, and spreads, or scattered on grain bowls and seafood dishes. Beyond savory dishes, the confetti-like petals can be pulled from the blend and strategically garnished over desserts and other sweet dishes. Micro Fiesta Blend® pairs well with meats such as poultry, pork, and beef, aromatics including onions, garlic, chile peppers, and ginger, and spices such as cumin, paprika, and cardamom. The blend will keep for several days when stored in the refrigerator in its original clamshell, but it is recommended to immediately use it for the freshest appearance.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Micro Fiesta Blend® is a popular choice among chefs for celebratory dishes. The word fiesta is derived from Spanish, which evolved from the Latin words “festa,” meaning “festival, holiday, or feast,” and “festus,” meaning “joyful, festive, and merry.” Fiesta has become adopted into the English language as a descriptor for an extravagant party, and food takes center stage at celebratory events. Micro Fiesta Blend® uses texture, flavor, and color to elevate menus, and dishes shine when enhanced with the confetti-like petals and bold-flavored microgreens. The blend uses traditional flavors in a modern, innovative form to bring playfulness and vibrancy to dishes. Fresh Origins® releases seasonal flavor guides each year to highlight trends and new ideas, and Micro Fiesta Blend® has been featured in several of them as a versatile finishing tool. The blend was noted in the Summer Flavor Guide and is used for its zesty, citrusy, lime-like nuances. Micro Fiesta Blend® has also been highlighted as a celebratory enhancer on menus during annual events such as St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, Día de los Muertos, and the Super Bowl.
Geography/History
Micro Fiesta Blend® is an elevated mix of tender microgreens and flower petals harvested young for use as a flavoring in culinary preparations. The blend was 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 the varying greens and flowers in Micro Fiesta Blend® in greenhouses, and the elements are hand-harvested, packed, and shipped at peak quality to provide chefs with a flavorful garnish. Today, Micro Fiesta Blend® can be found through select distribution partners of Fresh Origins® across the United States, including Specialty Produce.
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