Lemon Basil Sprouts
Cultural and Historical Information
Lemon basil is a hybrid herb Ocimum × citriodorum with a long history of culinary use, especially across Southeast Asia and parts of Africa where its citrus-bright flavor complements soups, stews, salads, and grilled dishes. It’s believed to have originated in India and spread across Asia, where it became a staple in traditional cooking and herbal practices before arriving in the Americas in the 17th century. Chefs and home gardeners today value its fragrant leaves both as a garnish and as a fresh flavor enhancer in modern cuisine. Growing lemon basil into sprouts or microgreens is a more recent trend, embraced in contemporary culinary culture for its tender texture and concentrated flavor.
Harvet Tips
Cut at the bottom and discard the square after harvest. We recommend you compost the square.
Nutritional Information
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin K
- Magnesium
(As with most microgreens, nutrient content is concentrated relative to mature leaves.)