Sprouted Seed Salad (Printable)

Fresh sprouts and crisp vegetables tossed in a zesty light dressing for a healthy, refreshing dish.

# What You 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 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
14 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Rinse all sprouts thoroughly under cold running water and drain well.
02 - In a large salad bowl, combine the mung bean sprouts, alfalfa sprouts, and radish sprouts.
03 - Add the 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 the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
06 - Serve immediately for maximum freshness and optimal flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat, no cooking required, just honest chopping and tossing.
  • The sprouts deliver a living crunch and subtle spice that regular salads can't match.
  • You can eat this and actually feel the nutrition doing something for you, not just in theory.
02 -
  • Rinsing sprouts is non-negotiable for both taste and food safety, so take that step seriously every single time.
  • The dressing should coat rather than soak, so pour cautiously and toss carefully instead of dumping everything at once.
03 -
  • If your sprouts are looking tired before you use them, soak them in ice water for ten minutes and they'll perk back up with genuine crispness.
  • Toast your seeds or nuts separately just before serving so they stay crunchy instead of absorbing moisture from the salad.
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