Sprout Nutrition: Health Benefits of Alfalfa & Bean Sprouts

Sprouts from alfalfa, beans, and lentils are nutrient-dense powerhouses. Learn the best way to store alfalfa sprouts for freshness and find out the nutritional differences between raw and cooked bean sprouts for your diet.

How to Store Alfalfa Sprouts

Published Jul,08 2011 | By LauraA

Alfalfa sprouts are a member of the pea family and are therefore classified as legumes. Alfalfa sprouts are nutrient-dense and are rich in vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, B vitamins, zinc, calcium, magnesium and folic acid.