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The firm but tender new shoots of seeds and beans, such as mung beans, lentils, soybeans, and alfalfa and radish seeds. For maximum crispness they should be eaten raw but if used in a stir-fry, they should be cooked for no more than 30 seconds or they will become limp.
They are available in most supermarkets throughout the year. When selecting, choose sprouts with the buds attached and that have a fresh crisp look. Avoid dark and slimy sprouts or any that are musty smelling. Sprouts can be placed in a plastic bag and refrigerated for up to three days. Sprouts, such as alfalfa sprouts, which are more delicate should be stored in its original ventilated container and should not be stored for more than two days. Canned sprouts are available but will not have the crispness or flavor of fresh.
The FDA has cautioned consumers about the eating of raw sprouts, especially clover and alfalfa sprouts, due to concerns for their developing of e-coli and salmonella bacteria causing food illnesses from undetected contamination that cannot be removed by the washing of sprouts. Therefore, it is suggested that the sprouts be cooked to remove the potential of harmful bacteria.
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Alfalfa Sprouts | 
Bean Sprouts | | 
Broccoli Sprouts | 
Radish Sprouts | | 
Clover Sprouts |
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 cup |
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| Calories 198 |
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| Protein 7g |
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| Total Fat 1g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 42g |
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| Dietary Fiber 1g |
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| Potassium 169mg |
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| Sodium 16mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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| Calories 101 |
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| Protein 8g |
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| Total Fat 0g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 21g |
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| Potassium 284mg |
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| Sodium 246mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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| Calories 125 |
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| Protein 13g |
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| Total Fat 7g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 9g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Potassium 567mg |
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| Sodium 250mg |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
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Sprouts term - Related Content |
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| Similar to other sprouts in appearance, the Clover sprout is often recognized for the nutrients and plant compounds it contains. As a member of the pea family of plants, Clover ... |
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| Grown from a very tiny chia seed, this sprout is a nutritious ingredient for salads and sandwiches, providing a flavor similar to watercress. The seeds become gelatinous as they ... |
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| Soy beans that have germinated, requiring only water and a cool place to grow, which are then harvested as a food. The sprouts, similar to alfalfa sprouts, are a popular addition ... |
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| Radish seeds that have germinated, requiring only water and a cool place to grow, before being harvested as a food. Most often, radish sprouts are grown from the daikon radish ... |
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| Broccoli seeds that have germinated, requiring only water and a cool place to grow, which are then harvested as a food. Similar to other sprouts, broccoli sprouts are a popular ... |
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| These Brussels sprouts just might convince the "none for me, thanks" folks to change their minds. Can be halved easily. Choose sprouts of uniform size for easier cooking. |
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| The Brussels sprouts carry a slight lemon flavor that blends nicely with the roasted pecans. |
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| This tasty recipe gives ordinary Brussels sprouts a distinctive Mediterranean flair. |
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| The distinctive flavor of sage livens the taste of buttery Brussels sprouts in this simple preparation. |
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