Vendor Spotlight: Lil' Greens Microgreens: Freshness and Quality for Their Vibrant Community6/8/2023 ![]() Picture it: Horton Market 2023 - a tiny explosion of flavour, a burst of colour, and a whole lot of nutrition, all packed into these adorable little greens. It's like a party for your taste buds and a treat for your body! So, let's take a joyful journey into the wonderful world of Lil' Greens Microgreens. They are not your typical business; the people behind Lil' Greens are all about supporting our fantastic community and delivering freshly harvested, nutrient-dense microgreens straight to your plate all year round! Randy Cassidy and Roxanne Sylvestre at Lil' Greens Microgreens are on a mission to spread joy and health, one tiny leaf at a time. They lovingly nurture these little greens from seed to harvest, ensuring every tiny plant bursts with flavour and vitality. It's like they're cultivating happiness in their greenhouse! First, let's talk about the incredible variety of these pocket-sized powerhouses. From peppery arugula to zesty radishes, earthy beets to refreshing kale, there's a microgreen for every palate and every culinary creation you can dream up! These tiny plants might be small, but they are mighty in flavour. Who knew something so little could pack such a punch? At Lil' Greens, Randy and Roxanne are not just here to supply microgreens; they are here to cultivate a family. The pair supports the growing Lil' Greens family by providing customers high-quality organic seeds and grow kits to nurture their greens at home. The people at Lil' Greens are available to lend a helping hand and guide their community through any growing challenges that may be encountered. Speaking of growth, Randy and Roxanne learned some valuable lessons along the way. Growing microgreens year-round can be unpredictable, especially during the winter months. But fear not! In their four years of experience, they have overcome countless obstacles and acquired a wealth of knowledge to support our growing community. Let's highlight Lil' Greens Microgreens' love for the Horton Farmers' Market. Randy and Roxanne are head over heels for the vibrant community that the Horton family, staff, vendors, and volunteers have created. It's a place where everyone works together, supporting each other and ensuring the customers' experience is filled with information and the highest quality products. They look forward to connecting with their amazing regular customers and fellow vendors every week, building our little market family. As we dive into this exciting year, the Lil' Greens Microgreens team wants to highlight something special for all you shoppers: "This year we would like to highlight our professional quality grow kits. We educate & inspire you to grow your own microgreens at home. Great gift idea for any age, teach your children valuable knowledge for a lifetime…." Now, let's talk about Roxanne's favourite ingredient: Arugula! Prepare for a peppery zest that will tantalize your taste buds. Arugula is one of the microgreens in their Spicy Mix. It's packed with Vitamins A, B, C & E. That's not all—it's also high in fibre, contains 25% protein, and boasts calcium, iron, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, and essential amino acids. This tiny green packs a powerful punch of flavour that will elevate any dish to new heights! When life hands you microgreens, make a big, happy salad. So, grab your forks and dance with the flavours of Lil' Greens Microgreens. It's time to make every meal a vibrant celebration. Happy munching, green-loving friends! Microgreens can be consumed as you would any lettuce - on burgers, sandwiches, wraps, in smoothies, soups, stews or as a garnish on any dish. One of our favorite ways to consume our microgreens is as a side salad mix.
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