Crossword clue

“Nutrient-dense seedlings”

This clue appeared as 17-Across in the USA Today Crossword on Saturday, August 15, 2026. The answer has 11 letters.

Answer · 11 lettersFirst appearance
MICROGREENS
Letters11
Starts withM
Ends withS
Vowels4

Where this clue has appeared

USA Today Crossword
Aug 15, 202611 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Nutrient-dense seedlings” ran in the USA Today Crossword on August 15, 2026 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 11-letter word that starts with M and ends with S, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Nutrient-dense seedlings” clue?+

The answer is MICROGREENS (11 letters), from the USA Today Crossword of August 15, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the USA Today Crossword.

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