Sprouted Mung Bean and Whole Bengal Gram Salad

Sprouted mung beans and Whole Bengal Gram are wholesome, high protein and fiber rich legumes and very popular in Indian households. They make great tasting salads that is full of healthy ingredients and a delicious addition to side dish. They are so easy to sprout with minimal effort within 1 1/2 days and inexpensive vegan superfoods.

I love its crunchy texture; so I make a big batch of sprouted mung beans mostly for salad and stays fresh in an covered container in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days. We love to savor them raw with cucumber, onion, tomato, sweet pepper, apple, mandarin oranges and grapes, tossed with lemon-lime juice, black or Himalayan salt, some roasted ground spice seasonings. A bowl full of veggie and fruity goodness will make you full easily and keep your palate satisfied.

For the sprouts~

1 cup each mung bean and whole Bengal gram/black chick peas

Enough water to soak.

Method~

Wash both beans and soak them separately with each 2 1/2 cups of water for 8 hrs. They are going to be doubled in volume. Rinse them with cold water again and drain them well. I use salad spinner and colander. Cover the salad spinner if using. Place the colander in a big bowl that sits well on it and cover it. Keep them in a dark cool area. Seeds will start to germinate right after well soaked; so make sure rinsing and draining for 4-5 time within 36 hours to allow them to grow. I like these sprouts about 1/4 inch long. If you want longer sprout it may take 4-5 days. Make salad and refrigerate unused sprouts in a covered container up to 3 days. Here are three different sprouts salad we love to munch on as snacks or as a meal. 

Ingredients~

1 1/2 cup Sprouted Mung bean
1/2 cup red bell pepper
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper
1/2 cup carrot
1/2 cup gala apple
1/4 cup red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup grape/cherry tomato
2 Thai chili (optional)
salt and lemon juice to taste

Method~Gently mix all ingredients. Garnish with lemon slices and coriander leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serves two!!

Ingredients~
1 cup sprouted whole Bengal gram/Black Chick peas
1 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup Mandarin orange, cut in half
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped red onion, marinated in 1/2
tsp lemon juice for 5 minutes
1 small chopped apple
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
2 hot chilies thinly sliced (optional)
1/8 tsp black salt or less
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tsp roasted ground cumin

Method~Toss all ingredients together in a big bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings. Garnish with lemon slices and coriander leaves. Serves two. 

Ingredients~
1 cup sprouted whole Bengal gram
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup chopped apples
1/2 cup chopped red grapes
1/4 cup chopped green grapes
1 hot chili thinly sliced (optional)
1/8 tsp black or Himalayan salt or less
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 tsp roasted ground cumin

Method~Gently mix all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings. Garnish with lemon slices and coriander leaves. Serves two.

Happy Cooking!