Red Amaranth

Mild · Earthy · Vibrant

Red Amaranth microgreens are delicate, elegant and instantly recognisable for their beautiful deep red to magenta colouring. Their fine stems and tender leaves bring striking contrast to a plate while offering a mild flavour that works easily alongside other ingredients.

More delicate to grow than many brassica varieties, Red Amaranth rewards a little extra care with one of the most visually distinctive microgreens in the collection.

Flavour

Mild · Earthy · Slightly sweet

Red Amaranth has a delicate, earthy flavour with subtle sweetness. Its flavour is gentle rather than dominant, making its remarkable colour and texture just as important as its taste.

Growing Level

Moderate

Red Amaranth has very small seeds and delicate seedlings, so moisture needs to be managed carefully. It prefers warmth and can be less forgiving of overly wet or cool growing conditions.

Growing Time

Approximately 10–16 days

Red Amaranth generally develops more slowly than fast-growing varieties such as radish. Temperature, light, airflow and moisture can influence development, so visual maturity should guide your harvest.

Soaking

No soaking required.

The tiny seeds should be sown directly onto a thoroughly moistened growing mat. Distribute them as evenly as possible across the surface.

Germination

Keep the growing environment warm and consistently moist during germination without saturating the growing mat.

Because the seeds and emerging roots are very small, avoid heavy watering that could disturb them. Once the seedlings are established, introduce them to light.

Watering

Red Amaranth prefers consistent but carefully controlled moisture.

During the earliest stage, water gently so the tiny seeds remain in place. Once roots are sufficiently established, bottom watering is preferable.

Avoid waterlogged conditions and provide good airflow as the microgreens develop.

Light

Once established, place Red Amaranth in a bright location with good indirect natural light or beneath a suitable grow light.

Adequate light is particularly important for compact growth and the development of its characteristic rich colouring.

When to Harvest

Harvest when the stems are well developed, the cotyledons are fully open and the microgreens have developed their characteristic colour.

Cut just above the growing mat using clean scissors or a clean, sharp blade.

Best With

Salads · Bowls · Avocado · Fish · Sushi · Eggs · Canapés · Plated dishes

Its mild flavour and striking colour make Red Amaranth especially beautiful as a finishing microgreen where presentation matters.

Storage

For the best quality, harvest only what you need whenever possible.

If storing harvested microgreens, make sure they are dry before placing them in a clean container in the refrigerator. Excess moisture can shorten their freshness.

Wash before eating and enjoy while fresh.

Good to Know

Red Amaranth is particularly sensitive to cool and overly wet growing conditions. Warmth, careful moisture management and good airflow can make a noticeable difference to germination and growth.

Its tiny seeds also behave very differently from larger varieties such as peas or fenugreek, so avoid burying them deeply or using heavy watering during the early stages.

Why Grow Red Amaranth?

Red Amaranth is one of those varieties grown as much for its beauty as for its flavour. Its deep colour and delicate structure can transform a simple dish with only a small handful.

It may require a little more attention, but the result feels beautifully special.

Grow it. Cut it fresh. Add beautiful colour.