Salads for me become a little lackluster in the winter when trying to use plants from my own garden. I enjoy adding some home-grown bean sprouts to add some flavor and crunch. You can grow the bean sprouts right in your home for a quick and fun addition to any salad! Continue reading for this easy guide to growing your own bean sprouts.
Utensils:
- 1 wide mouth jar with a net or other covering to allow airflow (you can buy the tops in the picture at D&B Supply or other local establishments).
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp sprouting beans
- I started with lentils and mung beans. I found these to be the easiest growers, but don’t hesitate to experiment with other beans.
Instructions:
- Add about 2 teaspoons of beans to the jar
- Fill the jar with water and soak the beans overnight
- Drain completely then leave on the counter
- Rinse with water 1–2 times daily, completely draining each time
- Continue with this process for 3–6 days until the beans have sprouted and grown to your desired size (I prefer about 3-4″)
If you leave the jar on the counter, the sprouts will continue to grow. When they have grown to about 3-4”, I like to put them in the refrigerator. The bean sprouts will last up to a week in the refrigerator.