Description
Sprouted Moong Salad is a refreshing and nutritious Indian vegan dish combining protein-rich sprouted moong beans with fresh vegetables and tangy spices. This no-cook salad is easy to prepare, rich in fiber, and perfect as a light lunch or a healthy side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup sprouted moong beans (green gram)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black salt
- 1/4 teaspoon regular salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add sprouted moong beans, chopped cucumber, tomato, red onion, green chili if using, and coriander leaves. Mix them gently to combine.
- Add Seasonings: Pour in lemon juice, sprinkle roasted cumin powder, black salt, regular salt, black pepper, and drizzle olive oil if desired. Toss the salad gently ensuring the spices coat all ingredients evenly.
- Rest and Serve: Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve fresh and chilled for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra crunch and nutrition, add grated carrots or pomegranate seeds.
- You can lightly steam the sprouts if you prefer a softer texture.
- This salad is rich in protein, making it ideal as a light lunch or a side dish.
- Adjust the green chili quantity as per your spice tolerance.
- Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
