Sprout|Legume | Vegan Gluten Free Low Calorie

Alfalfa

Medicago sativa Allergen-Free
Alfalfa

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Alfalfa Seeds

O Que É Alfalfa?

A leguminous plant, primarily cultivated as forage, but its young sprouts are consumed by humans for their mild flavor and crunchy texture, often in salads and sandwiches.

Qual o Sabor de Alfalfa?

Alfalfa tem um sabor mild, fresh, slightly grassy, nutty com aromas de fresh, green.

Taste
Mild, Fresh, Slightly grassy, Nutty
Texture
Delicate, Crisp, Juicy
Aroma
Fresh, Green
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 33g (1 cup)
Calories23 kcal
Total Fat0.7 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein4 g
Total Carbohydrate2.1 g
Dietary Fiber1.9 g
Total Sugars0.1 g
Calcium32 mg
Iron0.9 mg
Potassium79 mg

Segredo do Chef

For safety, if not consuming immediately, gently blanch sprouts in boiling water for 15-30 seconds before use, then chill quickly.

Substitutos e Proporções de Alfalfa

O melhor substituto para Alfalfa é Mung Bean Sprouts, usado na proporção de 1:1. Offers a similar crisp texture and mild flavor, though slightly thicker and more robust.

Substitutos para Alfalfa com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Mung Bean Sprouts Melhor 1:1 Offers a similar crisp texture and mild flavor, though slightly thicker and more robust.
Clover Sprouts 1:1 Very similar in appearance, texture, and mild flavor to alfalfa sprouts.
Radish Sprouts 1:1 Provides a similar delicate crunch but introduces a distinct peppery, spicy flavor.
Shredded Lettuce 1:1 Offers a leafy green freshness and crunch, though lacks the distinctive sprout texture and nutritional density.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Alfalfa

  1. Always buy fresh, refrigerated sprouts.
  2. Rinse thoroughly before use.
  3. Avoid any that look slimy or smell off.

O Que Combina Bem Com Alfalfa?

  • Sandwiches
  • salads
  • wraps
  • spring rolls
  • garnishes.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Alfalfa?

Mild, Fresh, Slightly grassy, Nutty Fresh, Green

Qual é um bom substituto para Alfalfa?

O melhor substituto é Mung Bean Sprouts (1:1). Offers a similar crisp texture and mild flavor, though slightly thicker and more robust.

Como escolher e armazenar Alfalfa?

Always buy fresh, refrigerated sprouts. Rinse thoroughly before use. Avoid any that look slimy or smell off.

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