Broccoli Sprouts

30 May, 2023

Description:

Sometimes, you want to go above and beyond regarding your health and wellness. You've already started your WFPB journey, which is already above the call of duty, but what if we could go a little further? I'm talking about growing your own vegetables: talk about truly whole food! And this vegetable isn't among your typical ones. It's said to contain many health benefits, such as improved mental health, cancer prevention, and alleviation of stomach ulcers. I'm, of course, speaking of broccoli sprouts. These little treats are something that you can not only consume but grow in your own home! With our easy 6-day broccoli sprout recipe, you can enjoy these delicious home-grown vegetables in under a week. So, what are you waiting for, go ahead and try these. We love them, and we hope you will too.

Ingredients
- Broccoli sprouts seeds
- Water
- 2 quart Mason jars
- Sprouting lids
Instructions

Day 1 – place 2 Tbsp of sprouting seeds into each Mason jar, fill with water, place sprouting lids on top, and let sit until the next day.

Day 2 – pour water out of jars. Rinse each jar twice with clean water (never remove the sprouting lid). After the second rinse, shake the jar to ensure the seeds stick to the sides and bottom of the jar. Place jars on a sprouting stand if your sprouting lid does not have a built-in stand to vent the sprouts. Place in a large bowl or on a plate (if they drip), cover with a dark towel and let sit. Do this step once in the morning and once in the evening to ensure you rinse the seeds twice daily. Keep covered on Day 2.

Day 3 through Day 5 – Rinse each jar twice with clean water (never remove the sprouting lid). After the second rinse, shake the jar to ensure the seeds stick to the sides and bottom of the jar. Place jars on a sprouting stand if your sprouting lid does not have a built-in stand to vent the sprouts. Place in a large bowl or on a plate (in case they drip). Do not cover them with a towel; place jars on a window sill (or someplace they can get light). Do this step once in the morning and once in the evening to ensure you rinse the seeds twice daily.

Day 6 – remove sprouts from the jar, rinse well in a bowl, and skim off any seeds that did not sprout. Enjoy!