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.
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.
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.
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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