Alfalfa

Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a plant from the legume family, widely cultivated as animal feed but increasingly used in human nutrition. In the kitchen, alfalfa sprouts are the most common form, rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre. They have a delicate, slightly nutty flavour and work well in salads, sandwiches, wraps or as a garnish. The seeds are easy to sprout at home. Alfalfa sprouts are a popular ingredient in healthy and vegetarian cooking thanks to their impressive nutritional profile.