bean sprout and cilantro salad

8 Pinches
Austin, TX
Updated on May 15, 2014

Delicious, light, and refreshing. The perfect salad to serve after a summertime meal.

prep time 20 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
  • 3 ounces fresh cilantro
  • 3 - scallions, sliced thinly
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 - lebanese cucumbers
  • 2 - medium plum tomatoes
  • 12 1/2 ounces crunchy combo bean sprouts
  • 2 ounces pea shoots

How To Make bean sprout and cilantro salad

  • Step 1
    Stir the seeds in a small frying pan, over medium heat, until toasted lightly. Allow to cool and set aside.
  • Step 2
    Wash fresh cilantro well and drain. Pat dry, or use a salad spinner. (I prefer the salad spinner.) Reserve 1 c of lightly packed cilantro leaves. Scrape and clean the roots. Blend the remaining cilantro roots with 1/3 of the scallions, spices, oil and juice; process until finely chopped. Season to taste.
  • Step 3
    Halve cucumbers and tomatoes; remove seeds, then cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Step 4
    Place the seeds, cilantro dressing, cucumber, and tomato in a large bowl, with sprouts and remaining onion, spices, oil, and juice; toss gently to combine. Season to taste, and serve immediately.

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