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MicrogreensCat Grass: How to Grow It for Your Cat
How to grow cat grass from wheat, oat, barley or rye seed in 7 to 10 days. Which seed to use, how much to sow, safety tips, and how often cats can eat it.
MicrogreensMicrogreen Trays: 1010 vs 1020, Holes vs No Holes
1010 vs 1020 microgreen trays, holes vs no holes, shallow vs tall: which trays to buy for soil, mats or hydroponic microgreens.
SproutsBroccoli Sprouts vs Broccoli Microgreens: Which Has More Sulforaphane?
Broccoli sprouts vs broccoli microgreens: sulforaphane, vitamins, taste, growing time and which to grow for the most benefit.
SproutsCan Dogs Eat Bean Sprouts?
Can dogs eat bean sprouts? Plain cooked mung bean sprouts in small amounts are generally fine. What to avoid and how much to give.
SproutsSoybean Sprouts (Kongnamul): How to Grow Them at Home
How to grow soybean sprouts (kongnamul) at home: soak, keep them dark and rinse often for long, crunchy sprouts in 5–7 days.
SproutsHow to Make Sprouted Wheat Flour
How to make sprouted wheat flour: sprout hard red wheat 1–2 days, dry it low and slow, then mill. Times, temperatures and storage.
SproutsHow to Sprout Brown Rice
How to sprout brown rice at home in 1–3 days: soak, rinse, watch for the tiny tip, then cook. GABA, texture and cooking times.
SproutsHow to Sprout Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)
Can you sprout pumpkin seeds? Raw hulled pepitas only "activate"; whole raw seeds can sprout. How to soak, sprout, dry and use them.
Side dish · 15 minKorean Bean Sprout Side Dish (Sukju Namul and Kongnamul Muchim)
Two classic Korean bean sprout side dishes: sukju namul (mung bean) and kongnamul muchim (soybean). Ready in 15 minutes.
SproutsSprouted Bread: What It Is and How to Make It at Home
What sprouted bread is, how it compares with whole wheat, and how to make it at home from sprouted wheat berries or sprouted flour.
SproutsSprouting Seeds for Chickens: A Simple Fodder System
A simple fodder system for backyard chickens: which seeds to sprout (barley, wheat, lentils), how much to feed, and how to avoid mould.
SproutsWhat Are Bean Sprouts? Nutrition, Safety and How to Use Them
What are bean sprouts? Mung vs soybean sprouts, nutrition per cup, whether they're safe raw, how to store them, and how to grow your own.
Recipes5 Mung Bean Sprout Recipes Ready in 15 Minutes
Five quick mung bean sprout recipes: garlic stir-fry, sesame side dish, noodle soup, fried rice and spring roll bowls, each ready in 15 minutes.
MicrogreensPea Shoots: How to Grow Them at Home
How to grow pea shoots at home in 8–10 days: which peas to use, soaking, sowing, light and harvest, plus how to get a second cut.
SproutsBroccoli Sprouts Benefits: Sulforaphane Explained
Broccoli sprouts benefits explained: what sulforaphane is, what human studies actually show, and how to grow and eat them to get the most.
Breakfast · 10 minWheatgrass Smoothie Bowl With Fresh Fruit
A thick wheatgrass smoothie bowl with banana, mango, spinach and a little fresh wheatgrass, topped with fruit, granola and seeds. Plus a drinkable smoothie version.
Salad · 15 minZucchini Noodle Salad With Sunflower Shoots
A fresh zucchini noodle salad with sunflower shoots, cherry tomatoes, edamame and a sesame-lime dressing. No cooking, vegan, ready in 15 minutes.
Salad · 15 minSunflower Sprouts and Beetroot Salad With Citrus Vinaigrette
A colourful sunflower sprouts salad with roasted beets, orange, goat cheese and walnuts in a bright citrus vinaigrette. Crunchy, sweet and ready in 15 minutes.
Salad · 10 minRadish Sprout and Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing
A crisp radish sprout salad with cucumber, sliced radishes, dill and a bright lemon dressing. Cool, peppery and ready in 10 minutes. Vegan.
Appetizer · 20 minRadish Sprout and Tomato Bruschetta
An easy radish sprouts recipe: classic tomato bruschetta on garlic-rubbed toast, topped with spicy radish sprouts or microgreens. A 15-minute party appetizer.
Snack · 15 minSprouted Pumpkin Seed Energy Bites
No-bake sprouted energy bites with sprouted and dried pumpkin seeds, oats, dates, nut butter and dark chocolate. Easy, freezer-friendly snack in 15 minutes.
Soup · 40 minSprouted Pea Soup
A creamy sprouted pea soup made with sprouted dried peas, leek, potato, garlic and herbs, blended smooth with no cream. Vegan, hearty and ready in 40 minutes.
Main dish · 40 minPea Sprout Quinoa Bowl With Tahini Sauce
A colourful sprout bowl with quinoa, sprouted peas, roasted vegetables, pea shoots and a lemony tahini sauce. Vegan, meal-prep friendly, 35 minutes.
Appetizer · 30 minPea Sprout and Corn Fritters With Herb Dip
Crispy pea sprout fritters with sweet corn, scallions and herbs, pan-fried until golden and served with a cool yogurt herb dip. Vegetarian, 30 minutes.