Micro cilantro is a flavor packed, beautiful and healthy addition to egg dishes, salsas, guacamole, tacos, curries and dips. It is more potent than it’s adult counterpart so be sure to adjust recipes accordingly.

Micro cilantro contains very high levels of the carotenoids lutein/ zeaxanthin, violaxanthin and beta carotene, which are fat soluble antioxidants important for organ function and protecting cellular structures from damage. It is also high in:

Vitamin K – a group of vitamins required for blood clotting and helping wounds to heal; may also help keep bones healthy 

Vitamin C – an anti-oxidant that helps remove harmful free radicals from the body, has immune boosting, wound healing and anti-viral effects

Vitamin E – a fat-soluble anti-oxidant, helps keep the immune system strong against viruses and bacteria, is important in the formation of red blood cells, helps the body use vitamin K and helps widen blood vessels and keep blood from clotting inside them. May be beneficial in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, dementia, liver disease, and stroke.