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Growing Organic Black Chia Sprout Seeds

DO NOT presoak. Chia seeds naturally become gelatinous (mucilaginous) when overly wet and while this is good for making pudding or jam, it can get in the way of a successful sprout. Using a medium of choice, plant in a 10x20 tray. Mist seeds and cover to retain moisture. Keep seeds moist. Growth appears within 3-5 days.

After the cotyledons appear, move to bright light. Once the seedlings are about 0.75 inch tall, usually around day 10, they are ready for eating. Note that the longer the seedlings are allowed to develop, the more likely they are to become bitter. They are sweetest when harvested at less than an inch tall but green.

Benefits of Organic Black Chia Sprouts

Chia sprouts contain wonderful sources of protein, Omega 3s, calcium, fiber, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, vitamins A, B, C, E, and chlorophyll. They are often recommended to be a staple in any vegan or vegetarian diet to help provide essential nutrients. Anyone will benefit from consuming chia sprouts regularly.

Culinary Tips

Black Chia sprouts are most popularly used in salads and sandwiches. Their texture and sweet taste make them very desirable for a variety of foods. Try garnishing soups with these delightful sprouts for a unique flavor and texture that is sure to please. Having them on hand to throw into a salad mix is a great way to boost the nutritional content of any meal.

Chia seeds were a staple food source for the Aztecs. They are an excellent source of protein, dietary fiber, and Omega 3 fatty acids and contain no gluten. Chia sprouts can be eaten raw or cooked. Another of the superfoods: Chia seed was once valued so much that it was used as currency by the Native Americans of the Southwest and Mexico. It was considered a high-energy endurance food and was used as far back as the Aztec warriors during their conquests.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"I am not a nutritionist, but I love to recommend chia seeds and sprouts to pregnant women to supply those essential, brain-building, omega-fatty acids! Many popular prenatal vitamins don’t supply them even though there are obvious benefits to incorporating them into a prenatal diet."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

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Seeds per Package:

• 3 g - Approximately 2,000 Seeds
• 8 oz - Approximately 125,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 304,000 Seeds
• 2.5 lb - Approximately 760,000 Seeds
• 4.5 lb - Approximately 1,368,000 Seeds
• 30 lb - Approximately 9,120,000 Seeds

Non-GMO Organic Black Chia sprouting seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.