This review article explores the growing trend of microgreens, nutrient-rich seedlings of vegetables and herbs, as functional foods. It discusses the evolution of microgreens, cultivation methods, biochemical changes during germination, nutritional content, health benefits, and commercial significance. Microgreens are gaining recognition for their high nutrient density, ranging from 40 times higher than mature vegetables. They are rich in antioxidants, anticancer, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, and antidiabetic properties. The article highlights the challenges in production, distribution, and understanding their nutritional content and health benefits, emphasizing the need for further research. Microgreens are particularly promising for sustainable food production in climate-vulnerable regions. The review also covers the market trends and potential applications of microgreens, including their use in high-end dining, supermarkets, and cosmetics. The growing consumer interest and demand are driving the global microgreens market, expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 7.5% from 2020 to 2027.This review article explores the growing trend of microgreens, nutrient-rich seedlings of vegetables and herbs, as functional foods. It discusses the evolution of microgreens, cultivation methods, biochemical changes during germination, nutritional content, health benefits, and commercial significance. Microgreens are gaining recognition for their high nutrient density, ranging from 40 times higher than mature vegetables. They are rich in antioxidants, anticancer, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-obesity, and antidiabetic properties. The article highlights the challenges in production, distribution, and understanding their nutritional content and health benefits, emphasizing the need for further research. Microgreens are particularly promising for sustainable food production in climate-vulnerable regions. The review also covers the market trends and potential applications of microgreens, including their use in high-end dining, supermarkets, and cosmetics. The growing consumer interest and demand are driving the global microgreens market, expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 7.5% from 2020 to 2027.