Posts Tagged "sprouts"

Thai Salad Recipe

Posted by on Jan 6, 2011 | 2 comments

This may be one of the yummiest salads in existence – be prepared to make it regularly! * 1 chopped cucumber * 1 cup chopped sugar snap peas * 2-3 cups mung bean sprouts (or lentil sprouts – either way, sprout them at home!) * 1 chopped tomato * 1 thinly sliced red or yellow bell pepper * 1/2 cup cashews roughly chopped * 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro * 1-2 tbsp lemon or lime juice * 1 tablespoon cold pressed olive oil * 1 teaspoon sesame oil * 1 1/2 teaspoons nama shoyu or soy sauce or Braggs 1) Toss sprouts, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, oils and soy...

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Sprouting – cheap, easy, and healthy

Posted by on Jan 5, 2011 | 1 comment

It’s entirely possible that your sole exposure to sprouts, thus far, has been alfalfa sprouts at salad bars and slightly slimy bean sprouts at the grocery store. You may not realize that you can make your own sprouts at home, with very little effort. What better way to enjoy fresh vegetables every day, for pennies a serving? Why sprout? Sprouts contain vitamins, minerals, protein, and enzymes, all necessary for the body to function optimally. Beyond that, sprouts deliver these nutrients in a form that is easily digested. Sprouts are also inexpensive, and deliciously fresh and...

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