Sprout of the Month ...

Chickpeas

Sprouted seeds and beans, particularly organic sprouts, are the ultimate fast food - totally tasty, full of freshness and highly nutritious. 

Delicious sprouted chickpeas are packed with vitamins A and C and are a good source of amino acids, carbohydrate and fibre. 

How to Sprout Chickpeas

Soak them in loads (yes loads, they're like sponges) of warmish water, for 8-12 hours.  Rinse thoroughly, drain and pop them in your sprouter - a kitchen colander would do!  Keep them out of direct sun and rinse and drain them 2-3 times a day for a couple of days, by which time most should have sprouted little tails around 1cm long.  They're quite delicious at this stage, but it's your call.  Have a taste and, if you want them to sprout a bit more, just continue with the rinsing and draining 2-3 times a day for another day or 2 and, hey presto.

A small handful of delicious sprouted chickpeas make a tasty and nutritious snack and they'll add a sweet nutty flavour and texture to soups, stews and curries, but, here's an idea ..... have you ever thought of adding a bit of extra crunch to your hummus by using your yummy home sprouted organic chickpeas rather than tinned ones? So, get your seeds and get sprouting, and please be sure to share your sprouted chickpea success stories by emailing us at info@thegreenseedcompany.com.

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