SPROUTED MOONG SALAD

 A healthy and high protein salad which combines the health benefits of vegetables with the goodness of sprouted Green moong/mung beans. Sprouted moong salad is a colorful, refreshing, nourishing dish.

Moong bean also known as green gram is a legume that is staple in many Asian Countries and is used to cook both sweet and savoury dishes. Green gram is  a power house of nutrition, high in protein, fibre and vital nutrients and sprouting not only enhances the nutrition of moong bean but also makes them easily digestible and doubles it's nutritional benefits. 

It is a healthy and delicious recipe for breakfast or as a side in any meal. This salad can be served as a light lunch. This is an easy recipe to prepare.

INGREDIENTS :

1 Cup sprouted Green Gram /Hara Moong

1/2 Cup Carrots, grated

1/2 Cup Tomato, chopped

2 Green Chillies, chopped

1 tablespoon Coriander leaves, chopped

 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

 Salt as per required

1/4 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Seeds Powder

1/4 teaspoon Black Salt

1/4 teaspoon Chat Masala

1/2 Cup Pomegranate (optional)

2 tbsps coconut, fresh grated ( optional)

For Tempering : 

1 teaspoon Oil

1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds

 A small pinch Asafoetida/ Hing

Few Curry Leaves

METHOD :

STEP 1 - In a big bowl take sprouted moong.

STEP 2 - To this add grated carrot , chopped tomato, green chillies , grated coconut ,chat masala, roasted cumin seeds powder,black pepper powder, black salt and salt.

STEP 3 - Mix it well.

STEP 4 - Heat oil in a small tempering pan / kadai. 

STEP 5 - When oil is hot add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

STEP 6 - Add asafoetida and switch off the flame

STEP 7 - Pour the tempering on the sprouts salad with chopped coriander and lemon juice and 

give a nice stir.

STEP 8 - Healthy, nutritious and delicious sprouted moong salad is ready.

 

NOTES : *Add salt only while serving and mix. Else the salad will become watery .

               *You can use any other sprouts which you like or also can use mixed sprouts.

              *You can plus or minus any quantities or get creative and add your own ingredient .