Quinoa Sprouts
Discover a wholesome and nutrient-packed addition to your meals with this easy Quinoa Sprouts recipe! Perfect for health enthusiasts and meal preppers, this recipe transforms humble quinoa into crunchy, protein-rich sprouts in just a few days—no cooking required. With only two simple ingredients—quinoa and water—this process is all-natural and requires minimal hands-on effort. By soaking and rinsing the quinoa over time, you'll unlock its full nutritional potential and create sprouts that are perfect for salads, wraps, or as a garnish for soups and bowls. Plus, it's a budget-friendly, gluten-free, and plant-based option that's loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Elevate your meals with this quick and rewarding recipe for homemade quinoa sprouts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 3 cups Water
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa thoroughly under cold running water to remove its natural coating, called saponin, which can taste bitter.
Place the rinsed quinoa in a large bowl and cover it with 2-3 cups of water. Let it soak for 6-8 hours or overnight.
After soaking, drain the quinoa using a fine mesh strainer and rinse it again under cold water.
Transfer the drained quinoa to a clean glass jar or sprouting tray. Make sure the container allows for airflow; if using a jar, cover the opening with a piece of cheesecloth or a sprouting lid and secure it with a rubber band.
Turn the container upside down at an angle to allow excess water to drain and air to circulate. Place it in a dimly lit area, such as inside a cabinet or on a countertop away from direct sunlight.
Rinse and drain the quinoa twice a day (morning and evening) to keep it hydrated and clean. Simply add water, swish it around, then drain well.
Within 2-3 days, you will notice small sprouts forming. Once the sprouts reach about 1/4 inch long, they are ready to be used.
To store, dry the sprouts thoroughly by laying them out on a paper towel, then transfer them to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.9 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 128 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
