Hortus Valley Farm

11/05/2023

We can help you save some grocery money this Holiday Season! Grown to order. Sustainably packaged. Freshly delivered.

11/01/2023

Thanksgiving is a time for indulgence and feasting, but that doesn't mean you have to abandon your healthy eating habits. In fact, incorporating microgreens into your Thanksgiving recipes can add a burst of flavor, nutrition, and visual appeal to your holiday spread. If you're looking for some creative ways to use microgreens this Thanksgiving, look no further! We've got you covered with these five delicious recipe ideas.

Who Says Thanksgiving Can't Be Healthy? Thanksgiving is a time for indulgence and feasting, but that doesn't mean you have to abandon your healthy eating habits. In fact, incorporating microgreens into your Thanksgiving recipes can add a burst of flavor, nutrition, and visual appeal to your holiday....

10/23/2023

Corn Microgreens are a sweet, flavorful, and attractive way to add nutrients to your holiday deserts!

Are you a fan of sweets but worry about their nutritional value? Well, we have a solution for you! Try incorporating corn microgreens, the tiny but mighty greens that can elevate the nutrients in your favorite desserts. In this blog post, we will explore how you can increase the nutritional content....

08/13/2023

https://hortusvalleyfarm.com/blogs/news/flavorful-nutrition-with-broccoli-microgreens

What are the nutritional benefits of broccoli? Broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrition, packed with essential vitamins and minerals. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. Vitamin C helps boost the immune system and promotes collagen production. Vitamin K is important for blood clotting and b...

07/06/2023

We still have a few Variety Packs available for free delivery today (7/5). Get your freshly harvested snack, ingredient, or garnish today! Order now at hortusvalleyfarm.com

05/25/2023

From Idaho State University: "Radish microgreens are substantial and crunchy. A great choice to add color and flavor to many dishes, especially those that include grains such as pizza, sushi, sandwiches, and rice bowls. Nutrients include: Vitamins A, B, C, E, K, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Amino Acids, Carotene, Chlorophyll, Antioxidants, Protein: 30%"

05/20/2023

Put the "Spring" back into your step and take $4.00 off your first order of our Microgreens Variety Pack, delivered to your door for free, less than 24 hours after harvest. Use code TRYHORTUS23 at checkout. Offer ends 5/31.

Not a big fan of vegetables? You can reap the health benefits of delicious microgreens in smaller quantities than mature greens!

✅ Their nutrient content is more concentrated

✅ Their vitamin and antioxidants levels are up to 40X higher than more mature greens

✅ They’re richer in macro minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium

✅ They’re richer in micro minerals such as iron, zinc and copper

Microgreens are no longer just a garnish used by fancy restaurants! They can be added to virtually every meal for improved taste and nutrient intake!

✅ Sandwiches & Wraps

✅ Salads

✅ Smoothies & Juices

✅ Soups

✅ A replacement ingredient for any recipe calling for the mature version of the green

You could continue buying salad greens from your local grocery store that are shipped across country and go bad within a week.

Or you can enjoy the convenience of having our locally grown microgreens, which in most cases last 2 weeks or longer under refrigeration, delivered to your door less than 24 hours after harvest! On top of that, you can buy confidently with our Risk Free Guarantee! Try a one-time order of our microgreens for 7 days and if you don’t feel more healthy, alive and full of energy - we’ll give you your money back!

So enjoy $4.00 off your first order of our Microgreens Variety Pack using code TRYHORTUS23.

We look forward to growing for you!

05/02/2023

04/30/2023

04/28/2023

This is a great article on juicing. Check out Section VIII: Can you Juice Microgreens?

Looking to learn more about juicing and how it can improve your health? Look no further than our Ultimate Guide to Feeling Your Best through juicing! Discover the benefits of juicing and how incorporating microgreens can take your health to the next level. Start your juicing journey today.

04/22/2023

We like to use Sunflower and Radish - a little nutty, a little spicy!

04/15/2023

Or you can order microgreens with a 7 day freshness guarantee and skip the trip to the store. We will bring them to you less than 24 hours after harvest!
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04/14/2023

Roasted Broccoli Microgreen Soup

Ingredients
1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
1 large yellow onion, sliced into 1 in (2.5 cm) wedges
4 whole garlic cloves, peeled
1 Tbsp (15 mL) grapeseed oil
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
4 cups (1 L) vegetable broth, preferably salt free
2 cups (500 mL) microgreens, plus more for garnish
3 oz feta cheese, chopped (about 1/2 cup/125 mL),
plus more for garnish
1 cup (250 mL) cooked or canned navy beans
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2 tsp (2 mL) chili powder (optional)
3 Tbsp (45 mL) unsalted roasted sunflower seeds
2 Tbsp (30 mL) extra-virgin olive oil

Directions
1. Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C) and place a rimmed baking sheet in oven as it heats. Toss broccoli, onion, and garlic with oil and salt. Spread out on hot baking sheet and roast until broccoli is darkened in spots, about 25 minutes, stirring once.
2. Place broth, roasted vegetables, microgreens, feta, beans, lemon juice, and chili powder (if using) in blender or food processor container and blend until smooth. Warm soup in saucepan, and thin as needed with additional broth or water.
3. Serve soup garnished with additional microgreens and feta, sunflower seeds, and a drizzle of oil.

04/13/2023

What's that sound? It's the sound of fresh being delivered today!

Get yours at HortusValleyFarm.com

03/31/2023

Eat Healthy, get free stuff! We are happy to announce the launch of our rewards program. Get 3 point for every Dollar you spend, redeem at any time for discounts on your favorite microgreens!

Start earning today at HortusValleyFarm.com

02/23/2023

At Hortus Valley Farm, we are constantly working towards giving you the freshest, best tasting microgreens at the best value.

We are always looking for new seed vendors, growing medium, and plant varieties that will provide the most nutrition and flavor for the least cost possible.

After vigorous testing, when we find a way to lower our costs with no loss (or an increase) in quality, we pass those saving on to the people that we started this business for - our community and you!

We are proud to announce we are now able to offer our entire catalog of small and large pack microgreens at a new everyday price of $4.99 and $8.99 respectively. This savings is more in line with pricing that can be found in some local grocery stores, while still providing a fresher product. Plus you get the convenience of home delivery, less than 24 hours from time of harvest.

02/17/2023

Gift Cards are now available at The Farm.

The "Gift of Fresh" gift card allows the lucky recipient to experience the delicious, nutritious benefits of microgreens, for maximum health and happiness. Studies show that microgreens are significantly higher in antioxidants than their mature counterparts and are packed with vitamins and minerals. Give the gift of fresh to someone special today.

02/17/2023

We are happy to announce that you can now build your own Variety Pack - pick any four Microgreens priced at $5.99 and save $3.97 per order. Try something new, or get more of your favorites!

02/06/2023

MICROGREEN, MINT+ MANGO JUICE

Ingredients
1/2 cup mixed microgreens
1 large sprig mint (approx. 6-8 large leaves
1 mango, peeled and cut into chunks
a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped rough
Juice from 1 lemon
5-6 coconut water ice cubes (you can also use water ice cubes)

Garnish
Chia seeds
Extra mint leaves

Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend for about 1 minute. for a juice with out pulp, pass the juice mixture through a fine mesh sieve over your glass. garnish with chia seeds and mint, and drink immediately.

02/02/2023

We are happy to announce we are now offering Cilantro Microgreens!

01/29/2023

Only a few days left to try our microgreens at the promotional price. Enjoy risk free with our 7 Day Satisfaction Guarantee.

Get more nutrients in a smaller serving size than their fully mature counterparts, and eat healthy in 2023!

01/23/2023

Ham And Brie Cheese With Microgreens, Apple And Dijon

Ingredients
1-2 tablespoon of butter
2 slices of brioche
4 slices of ham
6 thin slices of brie cheese
6 thin slices of apple
Small handful of microgreens
1 tablespoon of whole grain mustard

Directions
1. Heat skillet to medium heat, add butter, let melt, and swirl to coat.
2. Add slices of bread to skillet, and place brie and ham on top of each slice. Cook until cheese begins to melt and the bread is golden.
3. Top one side of bread with apple slices, mustard and microgreens. Flip the untopped slice of onto the other.
4. Transfer to a plate and cut in half.

01/14/2023

The Green Dream Smoothie

Ingredients
½ cup grapefruit juice
½ cup aloe vera juice
½ an apple
1/3 cup of plain or vanilla yogurt
3 bunches of microgreens

Directions
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until all ingredients are combined into a smoothie texture.

01/12/2023

Microgreens Pesto

Ingredients
2 cups of Sunflower microgreens
1 cup of basil
1 clove of garlic, crushed
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup of pepittas (or roasted pine nuts)
1/2 cup of olive oil
Salt, pepper

Directions
1. In a blender, add the microgreens, basil, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend to a spreadable paste2. Adjust flavours – add salt, pepper, olive oil and more lemon juice to reach the consistency and taste you desire.
3. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight, sterilized container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Other additions:
1/3 cup of parmesan.
Spinach or kale to replace basil

01/09/2023

As soon as our yield testing is finished next week, we will be offering Speckled Pea, Buckwheat, Crimson Clover, and Corn in addition to our other varieties. In roughly 3 weeks we will have Cilantro and Bull's Blood Beets will be back in stock.

01/09/2023

We have a few Broccoli remaining for our 01/12/2023 delivery day. Loaded with nutrients, with a mild taste, they are an easy addition to virtually every meal. Get yours for 15% off during our "Eat Healthy in 2023" event at hortusvalleyfarm.com

01/05/2023

Get more nutrients in a smaller serving size than their fully mature counterparts, and eat healthy in 2023!

12/31/2022

Season's "Eatings" From Hortus Valley Farm! As this year comes to an end we wanted to offer our sincerest gratitude for your continued support. We hope you take the time to relax, reflect, and enjoy the festivities. However you choose to celebrate, we wish you the best this holiday season.

12/29/2022

Our newest offerings. Eat healthy in '23!