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October 3, 2023 Gluten Free

Sprouted Mung Bean Salad

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Here is a vibrant and nutritious Sprouted Mung Bean Salad! Bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is a must-make. Sprouted mung beans, teeming with essential nutrients and a delightful crunch, form the heart of this dish. Combined with an array of colorful and crunchy vegetables, fresh cilantro /coriander, and a zesty dressing, it’s a dish with lots of textures and flavors. Whether you’re looking for a quick, protein-packed lunch or a refreshing side dish, this salad is sure to become a staple.

Mung bean salad in a white bowl with a fork

Ingredients and Substitutes:

Ingredients used to make Sprouted Mung Bean Salad
  1. Sprouted Mung Beans:
    • Substitute: If sprouted mung beans are unavailable, you can use cooked and cooled mung beans or other sprouted legumes like lentils or chickpeas.
  2. Lettuce Head:
    • Substitute: Romaine lettuce or mixed salad greens can be used as an alternative to lettuce.
  3. Tomatoes:
    • Substitute: Cherry tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes can be used for a different flavor profile.
  4. Carrot:
    • Substitute: Jicama or bell peppers can be used for a similar crunchy texture.
  5. Cucumber:
    • Substitute: Zucchini or radishes can provide a similar crispness.
  6. Red Onion or Shallots:
    • Substitute: White or yellow onion can be used as an alternative to red onion or shallots.
  7. Green Chili Peppers:
    • Substitute: Jalapeños or serrano peppers can be used for a similar level of spiciness.
    • Substitute: Use sea salt or any other preferred type of salt according to your taste.
  8. Juice from Half a Lemon:
    • Substitute: Lime juice can be used for a slightly different citrus flavor.
  9. Ground Black Pepper:
    • Substitute: White pepper or red pepper flakes can be used for a variation in spiciness.
  10. Pomegranate (Optional):
    • Substitute: Diced apple or dried cranberries can offer a similar burst of sweetness and color.
  11. Cilantro/Coriander Leaves:
    • Substitute: Parsley or mint leaves can be used for a different herbal note.

Remember, while these substitutes can alter the flavor profile slightly, they’ll still result in a delicious and nutritious salad. Feel free to experiment to suit your taste preferences and ingredient availability!

Mung bean salad in a white bowl with a fork

Other salads from the blog:

  • Boiled Peanut Salad
  • Vietnamese Inspired Noodle Salad
  • Vegan Egg Salad
Mung bean salad in a white bowl with a fork

Sprouted Mung Bean Salad

Whether you're looking for a quick, protein-packed lunch or a refreshing side dish, this sprouted Mung Bean salad is sure to become a staple.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Inter-continental
Servings 4 Serves

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sprouted mung beans
  • ½ lettuce head
  • 1-2 tomatoes
  • 1 carrot
  • ½ cucumber
  • 1 red onion or 2 shallots
  • 1-2 green chili peppers
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice from half a lemon
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ pomegranate optional
  • A bunch of cilantro/coriander leaves

Instructions
 

  • Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, onions, green chili peppers, and cilantro/coriander leaves and shred the lettuce leaves.
  • Add them to a large salad mixing bowl and add the sprouted mung beans and pomegranate to it.
  • Squeeze the lemon juice, add salt and pepper and toss well until everything is well combined.
  • Serve fresh as a side salad, snack, or for a meal in itself with some nuts or olive oil drizzled on top!
Keyword Boiled peanut salad, Sprouted beans, sprouted mung bean salad
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