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The sprouted “Mung” bean (or “green gram”) is a nutritious legume that makes a great salad. To sprout, soak the beans overnight in water. Drain the water the following day and cover for 6-to-8 hours in a dark, warm place (like inside the oven). Then steam the sprouted beans, add cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, green chilly and fresh cilantro. Squeeze some lime or lemon juice with a dash of sugar and salt to taste and your salad is ready! The spouted beans lasts for about 3 days in the refrigerator. If you prefer, you can boil till soft instead of waiting for the beans to sprout.
I love to serve this salad with Indian food or as a quick healthy afternoon snack when the food cravings hit. It’s easy, filling and so delicious!
Note: When sprouted, 1 cup dried mung beans will double in quantity and serve 4. The ingredients listed below for the salad will serve 2. I usually sprout an entire cup and keep the sprouted beans in the refrigerator for 2-3 days using as much as I need.
Ingredients for the salad- serves 2
- 1 1/4 cup sprouted mung beans
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 onion, chopped finely (I skipped it)
- 1/2 green chilly, chopped finely (Thai hot chilly)
- 1/2 small tomato, remove seeds and chop fine
- 1 tablespoon, fresh cilantro chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon/ lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar or to taste
- salt to taste
Method:
Heat water in a vessel to a point where the water is simmering. Place the Mung beans in a heat proof bowl or strainer and place it in the vessel suspended, make sure the water does not touch the bottom of the strainer or bowl. Cover with a tight fitting lid and steam for 10 to 12 minutes.
Cool, and add the above ingredients. Taste for seasonings and mix well and serve.
Note: I enjoy this salad cold, so after adding the ingredients I place it in refrigerator for about an hour.
Variation:You can also add canned/ cooked chickpeas, “boondi”(fried puffed chickpea) for some crunch, and boiled potatoes. Sometimes, I add yogurt and tamarind chutney too!
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I have never tried sprouting beans. It gives a really interesting look to the salad.
sprouted salad always been healthy. very simple but delicious salad recipe.
Looks like a very healthy salad, and I like that you added cucumber for extra crunchy texture!
Oh, this reminds me of the huge bag of mung beans I still have in my pantry. Having them sprouted in a salad seems like a great idea, especially as an option for lunch. I really plan to make something with them soon, now that I have seen your post.
Thats a perfect salad to beat the recent afternoon heat here. I never tried making a sprouted mung daal recipe. Its somehow not that common here so I never got the idea. Maybe I would even add some vinegar cause I love coconut vinegar and all type of salads. I am literally addicted to the taste of it. ^.^
Oh Asmita, I wanted to tell you that I love your new picture on the right side. You look so gorgeous. Can’t wait to meat you in person one day.
Thanks Helene,
Looking forward to meeting you too!
I really have to try steaming my sprouts, that sounds divine
I love mung bean in almost everything. I will have to give this a try soon!
This healthy dish looks perfect for my lunch.
This looks very nutritious and tasty Asmitaa!
healthy one! v colorful n flavorful…
wow I didn’t realise it was this easy to sprout your own beans!
So healthy and tasty! What a wonderful salad!
Hey Asmita what lovely and beauty pictureof you!! (the new avatar)
This look healthy and yumm!
I love this salad, healthy and filling, your post remind me of making this one soon now
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I’ve been reading about mung beans on a couple of blogs, and this really makes me want to try to sprout them myself. I bet the ponytails would get quite a kick out of it!
I often buy the packs of mung beans and slop some dressing over the top. I used to grow some when I was a kid, but haven’t in about 20 years!
Glad I popped in to see your blog! Loving the amount of veggie based recipes I am seeing x
This is one healthy and delicious salad.
This looks like such a great salad!
I love this salad so healthy and a perfect
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
That would make for a great healthy snack! I see you added a new picture too – looks great, Asmita!
Mung bean is my favorite, I need to try this wonderful salad!
Asmita – mung beans are fabulous in a salad – and so healthy too!
This looks so delicious and healthy!
Sprouted beans are so healthy, and this is a delicious use of them! This would be a fantastic afternoon snack.
What a fabulous looking salad! Ooh and boondi would be so good in that. I love all the fresh ingredients too. YUM
Nazneen
sprouting beans are new for me. But i like healthy food and am always looking for something new
I’m a huuuuge fan of mung beans!! Usually make them into tasty soups though! Your salad looks delicious!!
Second mung bean salad I’ve seen tonight. I’m going to have to get me some mung beans! What a delicious and easy salad! I love the sprouted beans!
I just love your new photo Asmita, you are so beautiful!
I love your salad, I;m wondering if I can find mung beans.
Have a wonderful weekend my friend!
What enjoyable salad to eat as a sidedish! I bought canned Mung Beans but I’m sure that fresh sprouted beans soacked overnight taste much better.
One of my favourite salads and so delicious and healthy!
You’ve just blown my mind a little. You actually sprout them!? That’s amazing. I bet these are super fresh and delicious
Thanks so much,
It is really an easy process but does takes awhile. It is incredibly fresh and so healthy!
This looks and sounds delicious Asmita. I’ve never heard of the green gram or mung before. I love the flavors you combined in this salad – especially the cilantro and lemon.
Thanks Kristy!
I used to not like mung beans but now I’m craving it! I’ve never had it in a cold salad…
Gosh, this looks so great! Healthy, of course, and really really flavorful. Such good stuff – thanks for this.
Will be starting sprouting again soon now that winter is approaching and no more outdoor gardening. I too like to steam my sprouts.
Hi Norma,
Steaming the sprouts really locks in the freshness. Love it too!
Love the idea of steaming the sprouts, salad looks superb..
Well I have never thought of sprouting the beans. This looks such a healthy and packed with flavors salad!
Love the crunch from sprouted beans. SO yum!
except for the sugar and cucumber, i make in a similar way. liked the pic.
nutritious and hearty. thanks, ashmita.
would like to see some recipies with soya chunks and granules.