The radish sprout gets its name from the Latin word “radix,” which means root. It has tremendous benefits(1), and there are many recipes in which you can add them to your diet.
These sprouts have become extremely popular as it contains estrogens in the plant similar to human estrogens that are required by the body during menopause, hot flashes, and cystic diseases. Plant these seeds in your garden and get a regular intake of Vitamin B, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K naturally by following some radish sprout recipes.
Nutritional Profile of Radish Sprouts
Radish sprouts nutrition makes it an outstanding plant.
One cup of radish sprouts offers
- 16 Kcal Calories
- Water- 34.23 g
- Protein- 1.45 g
- Carbohydrate-1.37g
- Calcium- 19 mg
- Iron- 0.33 mg
- Magnesium- 17 mg
- Phosphorus 43 mg
- Potassium- 33mg
- Sodium- 2mg
- Zinc-0.21 mg
- Vitamin B1- 0.039 mg
- Vitamin B2- 0.039 mg
- Vitamin B3- 1.084 mg
- Vitamin B5- 0.279 mg
- Vitamin B6-0.108 mg
- Vitamin B9-36 ug
- Vitamin C- 11mg
The Medical Use Of This Root
- Promotes Digestion- You can eat these sprouts to improve digestive health. They are Chinese radish sprouts that possess a strong and peppery flavor, which is used in salads and sushi.
- Cardiovascular Health- Radish is rich in Vitamin B6 and folate. These encourage cardiovascular health and break down an amino acid called homocysteine, which promotes atherosclerosis(2).
- Weight Loss – It is a smart choice when you are trying to lose weight. It is very less in calories and contains a high amount of Vitamin C. Having adequate amounts of Vitamin C helps the body to produce carnitine that aids in converting fat into fuel for the body. This way, the body burns down the fat instead of storing it.
- Controls Diabetes- Adding it to your diet will help in controlling blood sugar levels of your body. It regulates the breakdown of an enzyme called amylase that helps your body to digest sugar.
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Methods To Utilize The Health Benefits Of Radish Sprouts
1. Soup for Digestion
You need
- 3-4 tbsp safflower oil
- 1 tbsp of sesame oil
- Two grated carrots
- One chopped onion
- ½ cup chopped celery
- Thinly sliced paper
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
- 3 tsp sliced mushrooms
- ½ tsp grounded pepper
- ½ cup dulse seaweed rinsed
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- One bowl of rice noodles
- 1 tbsp kudzu that should be dissolved in cold water
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup chopped radish sprouts
- Some scallions chopped
- 2 tbsp miso
Method
- Use a skillet and heat some oil. Add onions and sauté until pink and add carrots and celery. Next, add some mushrooms and sauté them with adding seaweed, pepper, and ginger. Now, add some water to cover it and reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Once the veggies are cooked, add more water to cover the vegetables and bring to a boil. Add the rice noodles, rice vinegar, kudzu, maple syrup, tamari, and soy sauce.
- Once noodles are soft, add radish sprouts, and scallions and remove from heat.
2. Sprouted Summer Rolls To Boost Immunity
You need
- Chopped Red chile
- Sliced garlic clove
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 30 gm of cellophane noodles
- Rice paper wrappers 15 cm
- One carrot julienned into pieces on 5 cm
- 2 Cucumbers finely julienned
- A handful of radish sprouts
- A handful of mustard sprouts
- A handful of chopped mint, cilantro, and basil leaves.
Method
- Make the lime-chile dip sauce by whisking the chile, garlic, lime juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, and 3 tbsp of warm water.
- Take the cellophane noodles and dip it in just-boiled water. Drain after 5 minutes and dry well.
- Take one rice paper wrapper and dip in warm water for 15 seconds. Once it’s soft enough, place on a damp towel. Make a rectangular pile of 1 tbsp noodles and similar quantities of sprouts, shoots, and vegetables, leaving ½ inch space on each side. Place this mixture in the bottom third of the rice paper. Sprinkle with some herbs for better taste.
- Lift the bottom of the rice paper to fold. Tuck well inside and over the edges around the filling.
- Place the roll on a plate covering with a clean damp tea towel. Finish making the other rolls and serves with the sauce.
3. Salad for Weight Loss
You need
- ¼ cup radish sprouts
- ¼ cup alfalfa sprouts
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup avocado
- ½ cup red bell pepper
- ½ cup tomato
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp grounded pepper
- 2-4 tsp water
- 2 cups of sprouted buckwheat groats
Method
- Soak alfalfa seeds and radish seeds overnight. Drain and rinse the next morning. Sprout these seeds for five days by rinsing it in between and then blend them until smooth.
- Toss it with buckwheat grouts and serve.
[Read: Benefits of Alfalfa Sprouts]
Precautions
- You must be careful while consuming this as it may have harmful bacteria present in it. Eating without proper cleaning might lead to food poisoning.
- If you experience symptoms of nausea, stomach ache, dysentery, and vomiting, you might be showing symptoms of food poisoning.
- Buy only fresh sprouts and avoid buying the ones that are slimy and have a strong smell.
- Always refrigerate the sprouts at 8 degrees C.
Radish Sprouts are nutritious and offer health benefits. Our lifestyle requires energy and healthy food. It can be easily incorporated into various dishes for consumption. They are preferred as they can be easily found locally. Although all sprouts are known to have anti-cancer properties, radish sprouts have more benefits in treating and preventing the occurrence of this chronic disease.
FAQ
1. Are Radish Sprouts Safe During Breastfeeding and Pregnancy?
They are safe, but you need confirmation from your doctor before consuming it. The only thing to consider is it must be cooked very well before eating.
