Indian Bhel has been one of my all time favorite snacks to eat. But it is high calorie and I have been wanting to make a healthier option. This sprout salad or sprout bhel is the answer…It is delicious, healthy,  versatile and so easy to put together. This salad is great for breakfast, lunch or a snack anytime of the day. Sprouts are very easy to make at home and they stay in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. 

I make many variations to this salad. Use a different kind of lentil sprouted or add cilantro chutney. I also add a bunch of other veggies like cucumbers, bell peppers and boiled potatoes…it really depends on what you like. I prefer to eat my sprouts raw but you can boil them for 5-7 minutes to soften them slightly. 

If you try this recipe please tag me #caferidan so I can see all your fabulous recreations. Here is how I make it…

SPROUT SALAD

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Ingredients

For Sprouts:

1 cup green moong dal 

Water

For salad:

1 cup sprouted green moong dal

2 tablespoons tomatoes, small diced

2 tablespoons onion, chopped

2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds

1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

¼ cup micro greens

2-4 tablespoons tamarind chutney

Pinch of red chili powder

¼ teaspoon cumin powder

Salt to taste

Half of a lemon

Instructions

To make sprouts:

Wash and soak green moong dal in six cups of water for 24 hours.

After 24 hours drain the water and rinse the dal well. Line a colander with a damp muslin cloth and loosely wrap the dal in it. Cover the colander with a lid and leave it in a warm place for 24 – 48 hours depending on how long you want the sprouts to be. I like to eat the sprouts raw but you can also boil them for about 5-7 minutes to soften them a little before using.

To make sprouts salad:

In a bowl add one cup of the sprouts along with the tomatoes, onions, pomegranate seeds, cilantro, micro greens, tamarind chutney, chili powder, cumin powder, salt and a dash of lemon juice. Mix well and serve.