Pinto Bean Sprouts

Phaseolus vulgaris
part of: Pinto Bean

Pinto bean sprouts are germinated pinto beans harvested after a few days of growth, when the emerging shoot is a few centimetres long. They have a mild, slightly nutty flavour and a crisp, crunchy texture.

Like other bean sprouts, they can be tossed into salads, added to stir-fries, or used as a topping for soups and sandwiches. Sprouting changes the nutritional profile of the bean, and many people find sprouts easier to digest than the whole dried seed.

Pinto bean sprouts are less common than mung bean sprouts in Australian shops but are straightforward to grow at home with dried pinto beans, a jar, and a few days of rinsing.

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How it's made

Dried pinto beans are soaked in water for several hours, then drained and kept in a warm, dark environment. They are rinsed two to three times a day to prevent mould. Within three to five days the beans germinate and produce short, pale sprouts. The sprouts are harvested once the shoots reach the desired length, rinsed, and are ready to eat raw or lightly cooked.

Nutrition (per 100g)

Energy 62kcal
Protein 5.2g
Carbs 11.6g
Fat 0.9g
Fibre 0g Sugar 0g
Mass Distribution

What it costs the planet (per kilo)

Carbon ≈0.77kg
Freshwater ≈160.05L
Land ≈1.41m²

≈ Estimated — worked out from a category-typical value further up its supply chain. Where this comes from →

Where it comes from

In the kitchen

Used as

refried beans

Classic dishes
  • refried beans
  • chili con carne
  • burritos
  • tostadas
  • tacos
  • gallo pinto

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Where this data comes from

Nutrition data from

USDA

How it was calculated

SR Legacy

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