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Growing nutrient-packed broccoli sprouts in jar gardens

By Anujj Trehaan
Dec 31, 2024
07:26 am

What's the story

Broccoli sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with sulforaphane - a compound with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Growing your own broccoli sprouts at home in jar gardens is easy, affordable, and a great way to enjoy their health benefits.

This blog post will show you how to grow your own superfood sprouts with just a few simple supplies.

Seed choice

Selecting the right seeds

The key to growing healthy broccoli sprouts starts with choosing top-quality, organic broccoli seeds specifically designed for sprouting.

These seeds guarantee that your sprouts are free of pesticides and have the highest germination rate.

Usually, a tablespoon of seeds will produce around two cups of sprouts.

Always purchase seeds from trusted sources to prevent bacterial contamination.

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JAR setup

Preparing your sprouting jar

Start by getting a wide-mouth glass jar and a sprouting lid or cheesecloth with a rubber band.

Sterilize the jar by boiling it in water for five minutes. This kills any harmful bacteria that might be lurking.

Then, add one tablespoon of broccoli seeds to the jar. Cover them with water, making sure they're completely submerged.

This creates the perfect environment for them to grow.

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Germination

The germination process

After soaking, drain the water through the sprouting lid or cheesecloth.

Rinse the seeds under fresh water at least two to three times a day for approximately five days or until you see them germinating and growing tails.

Make sure to drain out any remaining water completely after each rinse to avoid mold.

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Care tips

Caring for your broccoli sprouts

As your broccoli sprouts continue to grow, it's important to keep them away from direct sunlight and at room temperature.

This ensures they grow steadily without drying out or wilting.

On day five or once most of the seeds have sprouted tails, relocate them to a spot near a window with indirect light. This allows them to develop chlorophyll.

It turns them greener and raises their nutritional value.

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Harvesting

Harvesting and storing your sprouts

Once your broccoli sprouts are fully grown—typically by day seven—you should give them a final thorough rinse and let them dry completely before storing them in an air-tight container in the fridge.

They can stay fresh for up to two weeks this way.

Just remember: make sure they're totally dry before you put them in the fridge! Any extra moisture can make them go bad more quickly.

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