Add broccoli microgreens to pineapple smoothies and create an immunity shield packed with 40× more vitamins than mature broccoli and rich in sulforaphane. Urban Roots Farms’ premium microgreens create a delicious, nutrient-packed drink that supports your health.
We’re passionate about creating nutrient-dense foods that boost your overall health. Our Pineapple Broccoli Microgreens Smoothie combines the exceptional healing properties of broccoli microgreens with tropical pineapple sweetness for a delicious immunity-boosting drink.
Broccoli microgreens contain exceptionally high sulforaphane content—found in higher concentrations than in sprouts or mature broccoli. They provide 10-40 times more nutrients than mature broccoli, including vitamins A, C, E, and K, and essential minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium. Research shows they significantly boost immune function, support cardiovascular health, promote detoxification, and potentially provide anticancer properties.
This pineapple broccoli microgreens recipe blends tropical sweetness with the clean, slightly peppery flavor of broccoli microgreens for a refreshing smoothie that supports everyday wellness. Made with simple whole foods, this drink highlights why nutrient-rich microgreens are becoming a staple for people focused on healthy food, fresh produce, and balanced diets.
Broccoli microgreens are tiny greens with a big impact. Though harvested young, they deliver high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants compared to their mature counterparts—making them an easy way to add more nutrients to your routine without complicated cooking.
When selecting broccoli microgreens, look for vibrant green color, firm stems, a fresh smell, no wilting, and proper refrigeration. We grow ours hydroponically without pesticides for maximum nutrition. Learn more about our growing practices.
This smoothie balances flavor and nutritional value by combining fruit, protein, healthy fats, and greens in one glass.
Together, these ingredients create a nutritious, flavorful smoothie that fits easily into modern diets focused on whole food consumption.
Making our immunity-boosting smoothie is simple and quick—perfect for busy mornings when you need a nutritional boost.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Blend time: 30 seconds
Servings: 2
If you like your smoothies thicker, consider adding frozen pineapple instead of fresh or include extra ice cubes. For additional nutrition, you can add ingredients like chia seeds, spirulina, apple cider vinegar, nuts, or seeds, depending on your taste preferences.
For optimal blending, we recommend adding ingredients in this order:
This layering helps the blender create a perfect vortex and prevents the blade from getting stuck on harder ingredients.
Cruciferous vegetables provide health advantages through sulforaphane, a phytochemical with antioxidant properties. Broccoli microgreens are particularly rich in this beneficial compound. Sulforaphane neutralizes free radicals linked with inflammatory conditions, cardiovascular issues, cancer, and immune deficiency. This smoothie combines vitamin C for immune function, bromelain for inflammation reduction, and ginger’s anti-inflammatory properties.
Many people confuse broccoli microgreens with broccoli sprouts, but they’re not the same. Sprouts don’t have leaves and are consumed 2-7 days after germination, while broccoli microgreens are complete plants with leaves, stems, and roots. They’re harvested 7-14 days after planting when they have developed their first two cotyledon leaves.
Broccoli Microgreens:
Broccoli Sprouts:
If you’re looking for more recipes and ideas, broccoli microgreens work well in many other dishes:
Their mild flavor makes them easy to eat raw or lightly mixed into cooked food.
Proper storage is essential for maintaining the freshness, safety, and nutritional value of your broccoli microgreens.
For fresh microgreens:
For smoothie preparation:
Broccoli microgreens are incredibly versatile. We use them in salads, sandwiches, wraps, and as garnishes for soups and main dishes. They add a fresh, slightly nutty flavor to any meal. One of our favorite ways to use them is by adding them to smoothies or juices for an extra boost of nutrients. Their mild flavor makes them perfect for adding to almost any dish without overpowering other ingredients. Many customers ask how to eat broccoli microgreens raw—simply sprinkle them on a tuna salad or add them to your morning scrambled eggs for healthy food that’s packed with nutrition.
Most nutrition experts recommend consuming at least 2 ounces of broccoli microgreens every other day to experience their health benefits. While there’s no known toxicity or “overdose” level, consuming up to 8 ounces daily as part of a nutritional regimen can be safe.
Absolutely! Broccoli microgreens are young greens rich in sulforaphane, a powerful compound that supports detoxification, brain health, and digestive function. They contain far higher nutrient levels and bioavailability than mature broccoli, providing concentrated vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Urban Roots Farms sells broccoli microgreens and other microgreens, including freeze dried microgreens called TrueMicro. Sold online in our storefront here.
