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| Description | |
| The Wheat is absolutely the most cultivated and used cereal in Italy. It belongs to the family of Graminaceae, more specifically to the group of Triticum. The seed is medium-sized, long and narrow, straw-coloured. Wheat sprouts are ready in 4/5 days. |
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| Properties | |
| Wheat sprouts are rich in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins C, E, B, B17, minerals such as Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Potassium. They are very energetic and help elasticise the tissues, as well as hair and nails. |
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| Use | |
| Wheat sprouts have a delicate taste, they are delicious in salads, canapés and flans, and are also used to prepare mixed shakes and mashed vegetables. They are particularly recommended for slimming diets, since they supply lots of nutritive principles and minerals. |
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| One of the many recipes | |
Crispy salad with wheat sprouts |
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