Microgreens, sprouting seeds - Mung beans 50 g

Mung bean seeds for sprouts and Microgreens

Mung beans are among the best-known and most popular legumes intended for sprouting. However, few people know that they are just as great for growing in the form of microgreens. Whatever form you choose, you can look forward to a fresh and high-quality superfood that you can easily grow in the comfort of your home all year round.

The flavour profile changes with the length of growth. Young sprouts have a pleasantly sweet taste that resembles fresh peas. With further growth to the microgreens stage, the taste becomes slightly bitter and more pronounced.

Nutritional profile and health benefits

Mung bean shoots can boast an above-average content of nutrients and beneficial substances. They are a rich source of easily digestible proteins, fibre, enzymes and folic acid. Their regular consumption brings a range of benefits:

• Vitamins: A, B1, B2, C, E
• Minerals: Potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron
• They support the body's detoxification and have anti-inflammatory effects.
• They contribute to the regulation of blood pressure and cholesterol levels, helping to prevent heart and vascular diseases.
• They stimulate healthy intestinal microflora and improve digestion overall.
• They help prevent the development of cancer.

Use in the kitchen

Fresh Mung bean shoots are a great addition to a varied diet. To preserve all nutritional values, we recommend consuming them mainly raw. They are ideal for garnishing bread, in soups, vegetable or pasta salads.

Basic growing information

• Difficulty: Medium
• Germination time: 3 – 4 days
• Growth to the Microgreens stage: 7 – 10 days
• Taste: Slightly bitter

Storage

Always rinse finished sprouts and microgreens with clean water before consumption. In a refrigerator at a temperature of up to 12°C, you can keep them fresh for 1 to 2 weeks.

Note: The introductory product photo is for illustration only and shows a possible growing result. The seeds are supplied in the original labelled bag with the stated weight, without any additional accessories.