Mung Beans Sprouting Seeds 100g

Description

Mung Beans Sprouting Seeds 100g

These delicious sprouted beans are small green beans with a wholesome crunch and mild flavour. They are popular in Chinese dishes, stir‑frys, salads and sandwiches but can also be eaten by the handful on their own.

• The product is mung bean seeds (botanical name Mung beans, Vigna radiata) sold for home sprouting and microgreen use.

• Umuthi Botanicals, a South African brand specialising in seeds, microgreens and natural/plant‑based products.

• The listing shows the 100 g size, with larger size options (e.g., 500 g) available.

Benefits:

• High in nutrients: Sprouted mung beans contain vitamins C and K, folate, iron, manganese, magnesium, and other micronutrients.

• Good plant‑based protein and fiber source: Although sprouted mung beans have more water content (thus lower “per‑100 g” protein than dry beans) they still contribute protein and fibre which help with fullness and digestive health.

• Improved nutrient bioavailability: Sprouting reduces anti‑nutrients (like phytic acid) and increases mineral absorption (iron, zinc etc).

• Low calorie, easy to include: For example, one cup of mung bean sprouts is very low in calories.

• Antioxidant & anti‑inflammatory potential: Sprouts appear to have increased antioxidant compounds after sprouting. These may help protect cells from oxidative stress.

• Digestive health and gentler on the gut: Sprouted beans can be easier to digest than unsprouted legumes for some people.

• Supports a versatile diet: Sprouts offer a crunchy fresh texture and can be used in salads, sandwiches, stir‑fries, enhancing variety.

Features:

• Botanical name: Mung bean (Vigna radiata) — clearly indicated on the product page.

• Flavor profile: Mild, slightly nutty flavor; texture described as crisp and juicy when sprouted.

• Germination/sprouting ease: The listing notes “Fast germination in 2‑4 days” for sprouts; easy to grow for beginners and experienced growers alike.

• Versatility: Suitable for sprouting into crunchy beans or growing as microgreens; can be used in salads, stir‑fries, soups, sandwiches.

• Good nutritional promise: The product description mentions that these mung beans are low in saturated fat and sodium, very low in cholesterol, a good source of protein and fibre, and include nutrients like thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, copper and manganese.

• Non‑GMO seed: The listing mentions “Non‑GMO”.

• Product size & weight options: The product is available in 100 g size (and larger sizes e.g., 500 g) as indicated on the site.

• Intended for food use (sprouting) — the packaging is for “sprouting seeds / microgreen seeds” per listing.

Nutritional Highlights:

• The product description lists the following: “Low in saturated fat and sodium, and very low in cholesterol.”

• Also noted: “Good source of protein, thiamin, niacin, Vitamin B6, pantothenic acid, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium.”

• Further: “Very good source of dietary fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, riboflavin, folate, copper and manganese.”

• More general database value: For mung bean sprouts per 100 g: approx 35 kcal, ~0.10 g fat, ~4.7 g carbs, ~3.4 g protein.

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