Mini Greens

Moonshadow Ethiopian Kale (Mini Stage)

Name: Moonshadow Ethiopian Kale (Mini Stage)
Brand: Casa Verde

Wholesale only
Casa Verde supplies professional kitchens. Pricing is set per kitchen based on weekly volume and delivery day. Request a quote below and we'll follow up within one business day.

About this variety

Tasting notes & culinary use

Moonshadow Ethiopian Kale (Mini Stage)

A refined Ethiopian brassica grown to mini stage for structure, color, and controlled mustard depth.

Moonshadow Ethiopian Kale is a specialty Brassica carinata selected for its deep purple stems, upright form, and clean, balanced spice. Harvested at the mini-green stage, it offers more structure than micro kale and more refinement than aggressive mustards.

Flavor Profile

Mild mustard heat (clean, not overpowering)
Subtle sweetness on the finish
Earthy brassica depth
No bitterness when harvested at true-leaf stage

Texture & Structure

Firm, upright stems
2–3 inch length at harvest
Defined true leaves with excellent plate presence
Holds structure under warm pass conditions

Visual Appeal

Deep purple stems
Dark green to violet-toned leaves
Matte finish (not waxy)
Strong vertical energy for composed plates

Best Uses – Professional Kitchens

Duck breast, lamb, and game
Seared scallops and fatty fish
Charred vegetables
Cream-based sauces (cuts richness cleanly)
Modern brassica-focused vegetable plates

Pairs exceptionally well with parsley pea shoots, red mizuna, and coriander microgreens for layered color contrast.

Origin & Cultivation

Moonshadow is an Ethiopian kale variety (Brassica carinata) traditionally grown for its robust leaves and resilience. At Casa Verde Microfarm, it is cultivated in controlled indoor conditions and harvested at the mini-green stage for optimal flavor, structure, and color expression.

Why Casa Verde’s Crop Is Different

Precision-grown indoors in Montreal
Balanced spectrum lighting for deep pigmentation
Harvested at peak color expression
Delivered fresh within 24 hours of cut
No chemical inputs

Storage & Handling

Store at 2–4°C
Keep dry and sealed until service
Best used within 5–7 days

Available exclusively to Montreal restaurants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are microgreens?

Microgreens are young edible plants — vegetables, herbs, or flowers — harvested 7 to 21 days after germination, once the first true leaves appear. They pack concentrated flavor and nutrients in a few centimeters of growth and finish a plate the way a fully grown herb rarely can.

How do I store microgreens?

Keep them in their sealed clamshell, refrigerated at 2–5°C, away from ethylene-producing fruit and strong-smelling ingredients. Most varieties hold 5–10 days; delicate ones like borage are best used within 48 hours of delivery. Don't rinse until right before service.

Can I request a custom order?

Yes. Tell us your weekly volume, delivery day, and the varieties you want — we plan sowings a week in advance, so standing orders and one-off event orders can both be accommodated. Request wholesale pricing and we'll confirm availability within one business day.

What happens if I'm not home at the time of delivery?

Wholesale deliveries are to the kitchen door during posted hours, not residential drop-offs — we coordinate with your receiver directly. If no one is available at the scheduled window we hold the order at 2–5°C and reroute on the next delivery day. Let us know the best receiving window when you set up the standing order.