🌱 Spicy Lentil Crunch — 150 g

Sprouting Seeds • Spicy • Hearty Crunch

Spicy Lentil Crunch is a bold sprouting blend combining small black lentils with spicy brassica seeds for a satisfying crunch and a noticeable kick. Fast-growing and easy to sprout, this blend delivers both texture and flavour to everyday meals.

🌿 Nutritional Profile

This blend provides plant-based protein, fibre, and essential nutrients including iron, magnesium, and B vitamins from lentils, along with antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds from spicy brassica seeds.

Seed Storage: To prolong viability, store seeds in the refrigerator. For long-term storage, seeds may be kept in the freezer.

🌟 Health Benefits of Spicy Lentil Crunch

1. Plant Protein Source: Provides protein to support balanced meals.
2. Digestive Support: Contains fibre to support gut health.
3. Antioxidant Support: Includes compounds from brassica seeds.
4. Energy Support: Contains B vitamins involved in normal energy metabolism.
5. Fresh Living Food: A bold and satisfying addition to daily meals.

🌱 Soaking & Sprouting Instructions (Jar Method)

Days to Sprout: 2–4 days
Soak Time: 6–12 hours
Yield: 1 Tbsp of dry seed yields approximately 2–3 cups of sprouts.

• Put approximately 1/4 cup seed in a wide mouth jar with a sprouting lid.
• Add water, swirl, and drain. Refill jar with water and soak 6–12 hours.
• Drain well and invert jar at a 45° angle on a sprouting rack, or in a bowl or drain rack.
• Rinse twice daily with cool water, swirl, and drain well.
• Enjoy! Ready to eat in 2–4 days (or to your taste).

🌿 Tray / Microgreen Growing Instructions

Days to Grow: 8–10 days
Soak Time: 6–12 hours

• Pre-moisten soil or a grow mat in a shallow tray.
• Spread seeds evenly over the surface.
• Mist lightly and cover with a second tray or humidity dome.
• Stack and weight in the dark for 2–3 days.
• Once sprouted and pushing up, remove weight and uncover.
• Move to bright indirect light.
• Water gently as needed (bottom watering preferred).
• Harvest when greens reach desired size.

🌬 Drying & Storage

• After the final rinse, allow sprouts to grow another half day so they absorb excess moisture.
• Pat dry gently on a paper towel.
• Store dry in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Line the container with a paper towel for moisture control and replace as needed if damp.

🌾 Yield & Value

• 30 grams (approximately 2 tablespoons) of dry seed yields 2–3 cups of fresh sprouts.
• One 150 g bag makes approximately 5 batches.
• At $9.00 per bag, that equals about $1.80 per batch, or approximately $0.60–$0.90 per cup of fresh sprouts.

🥗 How to Enjoy

• Add to salads and bowls
• Top sandwiches and wraps
• Mix into grain dishes
• Sprinkle over soups and savoury meals
• Use as a bold daily garnish

Bold. Crunchy. Energizing.