Sprouts for salads
Pulses and beans can all be sprouted easily, and contain a range of flavours and nutrients.
It’s a great activity to do with kids and will help them learn about where our food comes from.
Ingredients 1
1 cup mung beans
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Method 8
Rinse dried in water
Place in a bowl large enough for to be spread in a single layer along the bottom
Cover with until there is approximately 5cm of water above the top of the pulses
Leave overnight at room temperature
Drain water
Place in a colander or sieve, cover with a wet paper towel and allow to sit for another 12 hours
Once your have sprouted enough, place in the fridge in a lidded jar to slow the sprouting
They will keep for another 4 days.
Dr Amelia Harray's tips
Sprouting time will vary depending on the temperature in your kitchen.
Colder months will take longer and in the summer months you should see action a lot quicker.
