A sprout is a young shoot that develops from a germinating seed or from a bud, consisting of a developing stem and leaves.
Examples of sprouts that can be eaten raw are:
- Alfalfa sprouts (Medicago sativa)
- Mung bean sprouts (Vigna radiata)
- Radish sprouts (Raphanus sativus)
- Broccoli sprouts (Brassica oleracea)
- Clover sprouts (Trifolium spp.)
- Lentil sprouts (Lens culinaris)
- Pea shoots/sprouts (Pisum sativum): Young shoots are commonly eaten raw
- Sunflower sprouts (Helianthus annuus): Young seedlings are eaten raw
- Buckwheat sprouts (Fagopyrum esculentum): Young greens can be eaten raw in small amounts.
- Chia sprouts (Salvia hispanica): Young sprouts can be eaten raw.