For centuries beans and legumes have been a major source for high quality nutrition. Packed full of protein, antioxidants and fiber, they are the perfect low-cal alternative to eating high fat animal proteins. Beans are also a storehouse of nutrients. In general, beans are rich in iron, calcium, phosphorous, zinc and potassium. Lentils are vegan protein, fiber, folate, manganese, copper, thiamine and vitamin B1.
Are chickpeas the same thing as garbanzo beans?
Yes, chickpeas and garbanzo are the same thing. The name chickpea is derived from the Latin word cicer. Chickpeas are the most consumed legume in the world.
What do sprouted chickpeas taste like?
Sprouted chickpeas are sweet, hearty, and satisfying with a firm dense texture.
What are the health benefits of sprouting chickpeas?
When beans are sprouted, proteins are improved and the overall nutritional value of the sprout increases during the soaking stage. The energy in the sprouted seed ignites during the soaking and sprouting process thereby creating a powerhouse of nutrients. The quality of these nutrients is much greater than that of a cooked bean. Sprouting also allows for easier digestion. Chickpeas provide a rich content of protein, dietary fiber, folate and certain mineral such as iron, phosphorus, Vitamins A and C, magnesium, and amino acids.
Can sprouted chickpeas be eaten raw?
Yes and eating raw sprouts is the healthiest way to eat them since cooking destroys some valuable nutrients. In addition to the health benefits raw sprouts have an amazing vibrant, bright and crunchy texture and flavor. Put your taster to the test and do a side by side comparison. I bet you will be surprised at the world of difference between the two types.
How do I sprout chickpeas?
Materials: wide mouth quart-sized sprouting container, medium sized bowl, dry chickpeas
- Rinse ½ cup of dry chickpeas, remove any tiny stones. (½ cup should yield approximately 2 cups of sprouts.
2. Place in a wide-mouth quart-sized Mason jar or similar sized sprouting container, cover with several cups of water (allow for expansion) and use a mesh lid or cover with towel. Soak for at least 8 hours.
3.Drain all soaking water and rinse several times. If not using a mesh lid, use a strainer/colander. Make sure to remove all excess water. Beans should be as dry as possible (this ends the soaking phase).
4. Invert jar over a bowl at an angle to allow for drainage and air circulation (store out of direct sunlight).
5. Repeat rinse cycle and drain 2 times a day (morning and evening preferred) until tiny tails begin to emerge.
6. Feel free to harvest anytime after 3-5 days. Drain extremely well before storing. Sprouts can be stored in an air tight container in refrigerator for up to 7 days.
What can I do with sprouted chickpeas?
It’s easy to incorporate chickpeas into your daily diet and once you do your be supercharging your body with healthy goodness. Since they are so nutrient dense, adding them to your meals with greatly help to increase nutritional value. Chickpeas can be eaten raw or can also be lightly cooked once sprouted. Chickpeas are a delicious and highly nutritious superfood that can easily be added to salad, wraps, grain bowls, rice and pasta dishes, curries, stews and soups and just about anything you can think of.
Check out these Delicious recipes with Sprouted Chickpeas
Sprouted Chickpea and Lentil Curry
How to sprout chickpeas?
Equipment
- wide mouth quart-sized mason jar or similar sizes container for sprouting
- mesh lid (light weight kitchen towel can also be used)
- medium sized bowl for jar resting
Ingredients
- ½ cup dry chickpeas
Instructions
- Rinse ½ cup of dry chickpeas, remove any tiny stones. (½ cup should yield approximately 2 cups of sprouts.
- Place in quart-sized Mason jar or similar sized sprouting container, cover with several cups of water(allow for expansion) and use a mesh lid or cover with towel. Soak for at least8 hours.
- Drain all water and rinse several times. If not using a mesh lid, use a strainer/colander. Make sure to remove all excess water should be as dry as possible (this ends the soaking phase).
- Invert jar over a bowl at an angle to allow for drainage and air circulation (store out of direct sunlight).
- Repeat rinse cycle and drain 2 times a day (morning and evening preferred) until tiny tails begin to emerge.
- Feel free to harvest any time after 3-5 days. Drain extremely well before storing. Sprouts can be stored in an air tight container in refrigerator for up to 7 days.
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