Healthy Food Database
Named by the arabs as the al fal fa (father of all foods) , they found it to be a highly strengthening food both for themselves and their racehorses. The tiny alfalfa seed produces one of the most nutritionally concentrated sprouts available.
Category: Sprouts
In Season:
all year
To Buy:
Can be purchased already sprouted or made easily at home in a sprouting jar.
To Store:
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Tips & Tricks:
Use in salads and sandwiches for added nutrients . Can be made all year round but the body will benefit most when consumed in Spring.
Cooking Tips:
To make sprouts use a sprouting jar or jar with gauze stretched over the opening. Soak 3 tablespoons of alfalfa seeds in at least 200ml of water and leave for 6 hours. Rinse and drain twice a day for 6 days until they have completely sprouted.
Nutrition per 0.5 Cup:
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.0
Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*
* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.
Disclaimer:
The Food Coach provides all content as is, without warranty. The Food Coach is not responsible for errors or omissions, or consequences of improper preparation, user allergies, or any other consequence of food preparation or consumption.
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