Are you trying hard to shed those extra pounds? Are you on a diet and fed up of eating foods that are low on calories and on taste as well? You might have come across several low-calorie recipes on various websites. Most of them, no doubt, are good and well-researched, but they are either time consuming or expensive to make.
Significance of Sprouts
When it comes to breakfast, you need something light and nutritious so that you can feel active throughout the day. And needless to say, nothing can be better than sprouted pulses. Research studies have shown that they contain more nutrients and lesser calories as compared to dried seeds. This is because there is a significant increase in the amount of vitamins, proteins, and minerals present in the seeds during the sprouting process. Also, their carbohydrate and calorie content substantially decreases and the water content significantly increases when they germinate.
In short, sprouts are a great, inexpensive source of essential enzymes, minerals and vitamins. They also contain all the nutrients that are usually found in fruits and vegetables. In fact, eating sprouted pulses is the safest way to get the nutritional advantage without the risk of ingesting harmful pesticides and insecticides that are generally found on fruits and vegetables.
Recipe for Bean Sprouts
Among all the sprouted foods, beans are the most nutritious one and have the least number of calories. They make a great breakfast that is healthy, delicious, low on calories and fat, and easy to prepare. Here is the recipe for the same:
Ingredients:
- Green 'Moong' beans - 1 teacup
- Water
Preparation Method:
- Wash the 'Moong' well under running water.
- Soak in water for at least 4 hours and drain the water and keep aside the soaked beans for 5 minutes.
- Keep them covered with a piece of cloth for 5 to 6 hours. And then, place this jar in the refrigerator overnight.
- Next day, wash thoroughly, drain and again repeat the procedure. Place in the refrigerator overnight.
- On the third day, sprinkle some water on the beans. Now they are ready to use. Store them in refrigerator until required for use.
- Once the 'moong' sprouts are prepared, they can be stored in the refrigerator and used every day for breakfast for 1-2 weeks.
- When serving them for breakfast, bring them to room temperature, mix them with chopped tomatoes, onions, cabbage, and pomegranate seeds (If available), add a little salt and spices, and garnish with coriander leaves.
Health Information:
Each cup of bean sprouts contains the following:
- Calories: 167
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fats: 0.6g
- Other Nutrients: Vitamin A,B,C
| Price : $77.95
