Vegetarian Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad

Brighten up your table with this **Vegetarian Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad**, a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that's bursting with flavor and perfect for plant-based meals. Featuring crunchy sprouted mung beans, sweet cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and zesty lime, this salad is a delightful fusion of freshness and spice. A drizzle of cumin-spiked lime dressing ties it all together, while a hint of green chili adds an optional kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold flavors, it’s perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome and satisfying vegetarian recipe. Serve it chilled for maximum zest and crunch!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams sprouted mung beans
• 150 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 20 grams fresh cilantro
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 small green chili

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sprouted mung beans under cold water to clean them, then set aside to drain.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other vegetables.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the mixture.

Step 6

Cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice into a small mixing bowl.

Step 7

Add the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin seeds to the lime juice, whisking to form a dressing.

Step 8

Finely chop the green chili, removing seeds if less heat is desired, and add it to the dressing mix.

Step 9

Combine the sprouted mung beans with the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.

Step 10

Pour the lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure even distribution.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then let the salad rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(758.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	435.3

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1224.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.6mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1293.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 35.4%