Green kale sprouting seeds constitute a true vitamin and nutrient bomb that you can grow on your own at home. Sprouts constitute a concentrated source of numerous substances that have a beneficial effect on your health. Thanks to the natural processes that happen in germinating seeds they become a valuable food that contains large doses of easily available nutrients. Kale is considered a highly nutritional vegetable that belongs to the Superfoods category. Sprouts of this plant surpass the mature plants in terms of the nutritional value and are considered one of the healthiest sprout types that are available on the market. The crunchy and crisp shoots are savoury and sometimes have a nice bitter note. They are recommended for various dishes of the Asiatic cuisine, but they will also enrich the taste of ordinary daily fare, e.g. they will improve the nutritional value of salads and add nutrients to sandwiches. We recommend to eat the raw when they contain the most anti-oxidants.

The sprouts grown on your own will supply you with large amounts of vitamins A, C, B1, E, H and a full set of micro- and macronutrients. They contain the omega-3 fatty acids, proteins and fibre. Kale sprouts are also rich in phenol compounds and carotenoids. The sulphoraphane makes them a strong anti-cancer agent. Kale sprouts have a complex effect on the body. They help the body regenerate, positively affect the heart, brain and the nervous system. These sprouts lover the cholesterol level in blood and protect from the oxidative stress. They improve skin condition and rejuvenate it. High fibre content allows to use kale sprouts in various weight loss diets.

Growing sprouts at home is easy. You can put them in a special sprouter or in glass jar on cellulose or gauze. Prior to sowing we recommend to soak the seeds in lukewarm previously boiled water for 3-6 hours. This treatment helps to soften the seed shell and facilitates germination that way. Rinsing the seeds and sprouts is the most important care measure, as it prevents the seedlings from moulding and disease attacks. Growing sprouts in a warm, bright place that is however not directly exposed to sunlight, brings the best results. The harvesting takes place after 3-5 days.

One package contains 10 grams of sprouting seeds. The basic growing instructions and the sow-by date are printed on the back of the package.

• Use: raw consumption; dish garnishing
• Harvest time: 3 - 5 days after the sow
• Site: indoors - warm, bright place not directly exposed to sunlight
• Weight (in grams): 10 g