- Sprouts are germinated seeds
- 3-4cm in length.
During the sprouting process, the seed absorbs moisture, swells, bursts the seed coat and begins to grow a shoot. Seeds are germinated upon rinsing, then they are placed in a dark, humid environment, kept well ventilated and regularly rinsed. Most sprouts are ready for use in 3-5 days from germinating, and are grown to a length of 2-4cm.
In the sprouting process, the starch in the seed is converted into simple sugars and the protein into amino acids making sprouts easy to digest.
Botanical Name: Vigna radiate (Mung bean) (Leguminosae)
Alternative Names: Alfalfa, Bean Sprouts, Mung Bean Sprouts, Snow pea shoots
Health Benefits
A good source of dietary fibre, vitamin C.
100g of Sprout yields the following:
- Calories – 29
- Total Carbs – 2% of DV
- Protein – 3.59g
- Dietary Fibre – 9% of DV
- Vitamin A – 2% of DV
- Vitamin C – 17% of DV
- Calcium – 2% of DV
- Iron – 5% of DV
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Selecting tips
Select fresh crisp white bean sprouts with no signs of moisture or softness.
Storage: Store in an airtight plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper.