Sprouted Seed Salad (Printable View)

Fresh sprouts and crisp vegetables tossed in a light zesty dressing for a refreshing healthy starter or side.

# 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 lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
12 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional for vegan)
13 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Rinse all sprouts thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well to remove excess moisture.
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, honey or maple syrup (if using), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
05 - Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
06 - Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crisp texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Each sprout brings its own personality from the peppery kick of radish sprouts to the mild sweetness of alfalfa
  • This salad stays remarkably crisp for hours making it perfect for meal prep or potlucks
  • The dressing strikes that perfect balance between bright lemon and mellow honey
02 -
  • The salt in the dressing will draw moisture from the vegetables, so dress right before serving
  • Radish sprouts can pack quite a punch, taste one first and adjust the quantity if you are sensitive to spice
  • Sprouts continue growing after harvest so use them within 2-3 days for the best texture
03 -
  • Pat your sprouts completely dry with a clean towel after rinsing so the dressing actually sticks to them
  • Let the dressed salad sit for just 2 minutes before serving to let flavors meld without losing crunch
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