Alfalfa Sprouts...
by: Kent Villard
Jul 24, 2000
Sprouts have increased in popularity mostly because of their great taste and crispy crunch. A sprout is actually a tiny plant that is very easy to digest. Since these delicate sprouts have a high water content, they will fill you up fast, but with few calories-only 10 calories per cup serving.
Selection & Storage
Look for fresh, tender, yet crisp sprouts. Many stores offer sprouts still in their growing trays to ensure freshness. Avoid soggy, limp sprouts. Store in a plastic bag up to 4 days.
Preparation
Sprouts need to be washed just before use. They can be lightly rinsed and pat dried. Sprouts make a superb crunchy addition to salads or replace lettuce in sandwiches
Alfalfa Sprout Sandwich
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INGREDIENTS |
- 1 cup alfalfa sprouts
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 cup chicken, skinned, boned, cooked and diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup green peppers, diced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- ¼ cup low-fat mayonaise
- 6 pita rounds, medium size
Serves 6 |
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PREPARATION |
Place all the ingredients except pita rounds in a bowl; toss. Cut each pita in half and fill halves with mixture.
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 About The Author
Kent Villard is the founder and webmaster of The Internet Chef website. He is the proud father of two very energetic children (Maxwell and Samantha). When he is not 'cooking on the web', Kent is cooking in his kitchen, playing with his children or pursuing a long standing love of the Martial Arts.
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