Sprouted Seed Salad (Printable)

Vibrant sprouted salad with crisp vegetables and zesty dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Sprouts

01 - 1 cup mung bean sprouts
02 - 1 cup alfalfa sprouts
03 - 1 cup radish sprouts

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small cucumber, diced
05 - 1 medium tomato, diced
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 small carrot, grated
08 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

10 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
13 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse all sprouts thoroughly under cold running water and drain well.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine mung bean sprouts, alfalfa sprouts, and radish sprouts.
03 - Add diced cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, grated carrot, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
06 - Serve immediately for maximum freshness and optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sprouts give you an earthy crunch that feels indulgent without any heaviness, like you're eating something genuinely good for your body.
  • It comes together in the time it takes to brew coffee, making it perfect for mornings when you want something substantial but not time-consuming.
  • Every bite tastes different thanks to the mix of sprout varieties and fresh vegetables, so it never feels boring even when you make it twice in one week.
02 -
  • The entire magic of this salad lives in timing and freshness, so don't make it an hour before eating it or you'll wonder why it seems sad and wilted by the time it reaches your mouth.
  • Sprouts can occasionally harbor bacteria if they're old or stored improperly, so always buy from sources you trust and use them within a few days of purchase, storing them in your refrigerator in an open container rather than sealed plastic.
03 -
  • Keep a small jar of extra dressing in your fridge because you'll want to make this again before the week ends, and having dressing ready makes the whole process even faster.
  • If you're bringing this to someone else's table, pack the dressing separately and dress it just before serving so it arrives at full potential rather than having softened during transport.
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