Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 0 minutes (2–3 minutes only if lightly steaming sprouts)

Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• Moong sprouts – 2 cups (raw or lightly steamed)

• Carrot – ¾ cup, finely shredded

• Cucumber – ¾ cup, finely shredded (seeds removed)

• Tomato – ½ cup, diced (remove seeds)

• Apple – ¾ cup, finely chopped

• Pomegranate arils – ⅓ cup

• Fresh grated coconut – 3 tbsp

• Fresh cilantro – 3 tbsp, finely chopped

• Ginger – ¾ tsp, finely grated

• Green chilies – 1½ tsp, finely chopped (adjust to taste)

• Bell peppers (optional) – ⅓ cup, finely chopped

• Mixed nuts (optional) – 3 tbsp, lightly crushed

Seasoning

• Olive oil – 2 tbsp

• Lemon juice – 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed

• Honey – 2 tsp

• Black pepper – ¾ tsp

• Salt – to taste

Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowl (large)

• Knife

• Cutting board

• Grater or shredder (for coconut)

• Measuring cups and spoons

• Spoon or salad tongs for mixing

Method (No Separate Dressing)

1. Prepare the sprouts
   Rinse the moong sprouts well. Use them raw for extra crunch or lightly steam for 2–3 minutes and cool completely.

2. Add all ingredients 
   In a large mixing bowl, add moong sprouts, shredded carrot, shredded cucumber, chopped apple, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers (if using). Add grated coconut, pomegranate, chopped cilantro, ginger, green chilies, and nuts (if using).

3. Season directly
   Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the salad.

4. Add liquids one by one
   Drizzle olive oil, add lemon juice, and then honey directly into the bowl.

5. Toss gently
   Mix lightly using clean hands or salad spoons until everything is evenly coated.

6. Rest and serve
   Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving so the flavors come together.

Tips

• Add salt just before mixing to keep the vegetables crisp.

• Chop the apple and tomato last to prevent browning and maintain freshness.

• Gentle mixing keeps the sprouts intact and the salad fresh-looking.

• Store prepared sprouts in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 2–3 days.

• All vegetables are optional, you can add anything of your choice.

• Add boiled chickpeas, paneer, tofu, or grilled chicken for extra protein

• Sprinkle chaat masala for a street-style twist

• Replace honey with orange juice for a naturally fruity note