Methi or fenugreek is a mildly bitter, unique spice that is a staple in Indian cooking. You will like this salad with homegrown sprouts of fenugreek seeds. Here’s a detailed guide on how to sprout methi seeds. This simple five-ingredient salad is a powerhouse of health, made with sprouted fenugreek, rocket salad, and argan oil seasoned with salt and pepper. This green, fresh, healthy, and easy salad is a must-try. If you want to make it more elaborate, you can prepare a tofunaise dressing to go with it.
Why Fenugreek Seeds are Good for You:
Methi dana (fenugreek seed) is an excellent blood sugar regulator; sprouted fenugreek is exceptionally beneficial for people with diabetes as it helps lower and regulate blood sugar levels. Sprouted fenugreek retains 30-40% more nutritive properties than soaked seeds.
According to Ayurveda, methi seeds create heat in the body and are best suited for Kapha (water-dominant) body types. People with a Kapha body type should add more heat-producing foods to their diet.
A Kapha-dominant person can have fenugreek seeds, tea, or any other form – sprouted, powdered, soaked, or whole.
Pitta or fire-dominant individuals can drink the water from soaked fenugreek seeds or the liquid drained after soaking or sprouting them, which may help relieve acidity and abdominal issues.
The amber-colored seeds are excellent for flavoring and are widely used in Ayurveda remedies to create concoctions that relieve common ailments.
Some other health benefits of fenugreek seeds include:
Antacid: You can consume soaked fenugreek seeds on an empty stomach to help decrease acidity.
Digestion: Add soaked fenugreek seeds or sprouts regularly to your meals to promote digestion and keep gastritis at bay.
Cholesterol: Fenugreek seeds also help lower cholesterol levels.
Rocket and Fenugreek Sprout Salad
A crisp and refreshing salad featuring sprouted fenugreek seeds and fresh rocket leaves, seasoned with Black Himalayan salt and argan oil, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fenugreek sprouts
- 2 cups rocket leaves
- Black Himalayan salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon argan oil or any oil you prefer
Instructions
In a bowl, add the newly sprouted fenugreek seeds
Add rocket leaves, salt, and oil, then toss to combine
Enjoy your quick, easy, and healthy salad.
Nutrition
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32.0 Calories
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2.0g Carbohydrates
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0.0mg Cholesterol
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1.8g Fat
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1.0g Fiber
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1.0g Protein
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100.0mg Sodium
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0.0g Trans fat
Notes
The addition of fenugreek and other seeds like sesame or pumpkin can provide a nice crunchy texture to your salads. You may also consider using a multi-level sprouter to grow different sprouts simultaneously.
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