Crunchy Combo Protein Mix Sprouting Seed Mix

Crunchy Combo Protein Mix Sprouting Seeds

Grow a crunchy combination of chickpea, pea, lentil and mung bean sprouts in one easy mix. Seedmart Crunchy Combo Protein Mix is a four-part legume sprouting blend selected to produce substantial, crisp sprouts with a combination of mild, sweet, earthy and nutty flavours.

Unlike fine leafy sprouts such as alfalfa, clover and broccoli, this mix contains larger-seeded legumes that develop into substantial sprouts with plenty of texture and crunch. It is an excellent choice for salads, wraps, grain bowls, stir-fries and other fresh or lightly cooked dishes.

The blend contains chickpeas, peas, lentils and mung beans, giving you four popular sprouting legumes in one convenient ready-made combination. The seeds can be grown indoors throughout the year using a glass sprouting jar or another suitable sprouting system.

No soil is required. Simply soak, rinse and drain the seeds regularly until the mixed sprouts reach your preferred stage for harvesting.

Crunchy Combo Sprouting Mix Details

Why Choose Crunchy Combo Sprouting Seeds?

What’s in the Crunchy Combo Sprouting Mix?

Chickpeas

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, produce large, substantial sprouts with a mild, slightly nutty flavour. Their firm texture gives the Crunchy Combo mix plenty of body and makes it distinctly different from fine leafy sprout blends.

Peas

Peas produce crisp sprouts with a fresh, naturally sweet pea flavour. They contribute sweetness and crunch to the mix and complement the more earthy flavour of lentils and chickpeas.

Mung Beans

Mung beans are one of the best-known seeds for growing bean sprouts. They germinate quickly and develop crunchy sprouts with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Mung beans add another distinctive texture to this mixed legume blend.

Lentils

Lentils germinate quickly and produce crisp sprouts with a mild, earthy and slightly nutty flavour. Their smaller size provides a useful contrast to the larger chickpeas, peas and mung beans.

What Does Crunchy Combo Sprouting Mix Taste Like?

Crunchy Combo has a mild savoury flavour with a combination of sweetness, earthiness and subtle nuttiness from the four different legumes.

The main characteristic of the mix is its texture. Chickpeas, peas, mung beans and lentils all produce larger, more substantial sprouts than small-seeded varieties such as alfalfa and clover, creating a satisfying combination of crisp and crunchy sprouts.

This makes the mix particularly suitable for dishes where you want the sprouts to provide noticeable texture rather than simply acting as a garnish.

How to Grow Crunchy Combo Sprouts

Crunchy Combo contains relatively large seeds that absorb considerable water during soaking. Use a sufficiently large sprouting jar and leave plenty of room for the seeds to expand.

1. Add the sprouting mix.
   Place approximately 1/2 cup of Crunchy Combo Sprouting Seed Mix into a clean sprouting jar.
2. Soak for approximately 6–8 hours.
   Cover the seeds generously with cool, clean water and allow them to soak.
3. Drain and rinse.
   After soaking, drain away the water and rinse the seeds thoroughly with fresh, cool water.
4. Position the jar for drainage.
   Place the jar upside down at an angle so excess water can drain while air continues to circulate.
5. Rinse 2–3 times daily.
   Rinse the developing sprouts thoroughly with fresh water and drain well after every rinse.
6. Watch the different seeds develop.
   The four legumes may germinate and develop at slightly different rates. Continue rinsing and draining until the mixed sprouts reach your preferred stage.
7. Harvest.
   The sprouts are typically ready in approximately 2–4 days, depending on temperature and growing conditions. Give the finished sprouts a final rinse, drain thoroughly and refrigerate.

Tips for Growing Mixed Legume Sprouts

• Use a large enough jar: The seeds expand considerably after soaking and need room to germinate.
• Mix before measuring: Gently mix the dry seed blend before taking seed for each batch to help maintain a good combination of all four varieties.
• Rinse consistently: Rinse the developing sprouts approximately 2–3 times each day.
• Drain thoroughly: Do not allow water to pool around the seeds between rinses.
• Maintain airflow: Keep the jar tilted between rinses so excess moisture can escape and air can circulate.
• Expect some variation: Chickpeas, peas, lentils and mung beans may germinate at slightly different rates.
• Harvest to preference: Harvest once the seeds have developed fresh young sprouts of the size and texture you prefer.

How to Use Crunchy Combo Sprouts

The substantial texture of this mixed legume sprout blend makes it suitable for both fresh dishes and meals where a more noticeable crunch is desirable.

Try Crunchy Combo sprouts in:

• Salads and salad bowls.
• Sandwiches and wraps.
• Rice and grain bowls.
• Stir-fries.
• Noodle dishes.
• Curries.
• Soups.
• Fresh mixed sprout bowls.

When adding the sprouts to hot dishes, add them towards the end of cooking if you want to retain more of their characteristic crunch.

Crunchy Legume Sprouts vs Leafy Sprouts

Crunchy Combo is different from a traditional fine-seeded sprouting mix. It contains larger legumes, producing a more substantial sprout with greater crunch and texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What seeds are in Crunchy Combo Protein Mix?

Crunchy Combo contains four sprouting legumes: chickpeas, peas, lentils and mung beans. The combination produces a mixture of substantial, crunchy sprouts with complementary mild flavours.

How long does Crunchy Combo take to sprout?

The mixed sprouts are typically ready in approximately 2–4 days. Because the blend contains four different legumes, individual seeds may germinate and develop at slightly different rates.

How long should Crunchy Combo seeds be soaked?

Soak the seed mix for approximately 6–8 hours before draining and beginning the regular rinse cycle.

How often should the sprouts be rinsed?

Rinse and drain the developing sprouts approximately 2–3 times daily. Drain thoroughly after each rinse to prevent excess water from pooling around the seeds.

Can Crunchy Combo be grown in a glass sprouting jar?

Yes. A glass sprouting jar is a convenient way to grow the mix. Use a sufficiently large jar because chickpeas, peas, lentils and mung beans all expand considerably after soaking.

Does Crunchy Combo need soil?

No. Crunchy Combo is designed for sprouting and can be grown without soil using a jar or another suitable sprouting system.

What do Crunchy Combo sprouts taste like?

The mix has a mild savoury flavour combining the sweetness of peas and mung beans with the earthier, slightly nutty flavours of lentils and chickpeas. The finished sprouts are crisp and substantial rather than fine and leafy.

Why do some seeds sprout faster than others?

Crunchy Combo contains four different types of legumes, so some natural variation in germination speed and sprout development is expected.

Can Crunchy Combo sprouts be used in cooked dishes?

Yes. The sprouts can be used fresh or added to stir-fries, soups, curries and other savoury dishes. Add them towards the end of cooking if you prefer a firmer, crunchier texture.

How should Crunchy Combo sprouts be stored after harvesting?

After the final rinse, drain the sprouts thoroughly and refrigerate them promptly in a clean container.