Try this amazing way to increase energy and get loads of nutrients
SPROUTING...THE SUPER FOOD!
Want more energy? Here is a real super food! I got this great idea on how to get loads of nutrients and increased energy at a holistic cooking class I took. It is a great way for you to get more nutrients and energy for your body, it is by Sprouting. Sprouting is an easy and inexpensive way to eat live, nutrient packed food. I use lentils, but you can also use chickpeas. When a raw legume is sprouted, it is loaded with nutrients and it provided the highest levels of protein, vitamins and minerals. They are also very high in enzyme so when you eat them with your meal they will aid in the digestion of your food.
Instructions:
- Rinse a 1/4 cup of lentils or chickpeas in a strainer or colander
- Transfer the legumes to the mason jar and soak them in a cup of water overnight (at least 10 hours)
- The next day, drain the jar of the soaking water, and rinse the legumes with fresh water a couple times, swishing the water and legumes. If you are using chickpeas you may need to rinse them in a colander again to remove the slimy film.
- Pour out rinsing water and let the legumes drain upside down on a slight angle in the kitchen sink or on a dish rack for 15 minutes.
- After the legumes have drained, place the jar on its side with the legumes spread out as evenly as possible for maximum oxygen circulation.
- Rinse and swish the legumes 2-3 times throughout each day.
- Once legumes have sprouted to the length of the original bean (at least), they are ready to eat!
- Store your sprouts in the fridge and eat them within 2-3 days.
Why Soak the Legume?
Soaking gives the legumes the opportunity to absorb water, which initiates the sprouting process. Soaking also helps remove an enzyme inhibitor called phytic acid found naturally on the surface of raw legumes, grains, nuts and seeds.
Sprouting Times for Different Legumes
Lentils 2-3 days
Mung Beans 2-3 days
Adzuki Beans 2-3 days
Garbonzo Beans 3-4 days
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