When my friend insisted I try a turkey, sprouts, and avocado sandwich on flax bread, I thought it looked like total hippie food. This was before I got into eating real, wholesome foods, and although the sandwich was a bit dry, I did enjoy the texture of the sprouts.
These days, I might as well be a hippie because I’ve got sprouts growing on my counter right now. Sprouts are actually packed with health benefits and are a great, budget-friendly superfood that’s easy to grow at home.
Sprouts are basically seeds, nuts, or grains that you soak and germinate, which makes them full of good-for-you enzymes, vitamins, and amino acids. You can easily grow them at home with just some water and basic equipment. I like to sprout any beans or grains I eat because it makes the nutrients easier for the body to absorb and reduces lectins and phytic acid. Plus, I enjoy adding sprouted seeds and nuts to my salads and stir-fries.
Do you know how simple and affordable it is to grow your own sprouts? In just a few days, you’ll have a fresh, nutritious food source. Sprouting not only boosts the nutrient content of seeds and legumes but also makes them easier to digest. If you haven’t tried growing sprouts at home yet, you’re missing out on a simple way to enjoy fresh food all year round.
There’s specific equipment for sprouting, like sprouting trays, which simplifies the process and helps you grow more at once. However, you really only need a few basic items.
A few important things to keep in mind: Read up on the proper way to grow sprouts, as some seeds like walnuts and pecans don’t sprout, and some beans like kidney beans can be harmful if eaten sprouted. Also, take care to prevent bacterial growth in your sprouts.
Have you ever eaten sprouts or grown your own? I’d love to hear about your experiences!
