bean sprouts

American  

plural noun

1. the sprouts of newly germinated beans, especially of mung beans, used as a vegetable.

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Etymology

Origin of bean sprouts

First recorded in 1920–25

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bean sprouts

Or, for an Asian-inspired variation, use a mix of carrots, bean sprouts, broccoli, brown rice and edamame, paired with Asian spices and sauces.

From Salon ● Jan. 12, 2025

Guacamole with pita chips or whole grain tortilla chips is always a hit, or stuff a pita with sliced avocado, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, bean sprouts, and Caesar or Greek dressing.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 1, 2023

But no matter the order, Lee Hae-yeon, the owner, serves small side dishes of kimchi, tofu, boiled bean sprouts and marinated perilla leaves.

From New York Times ● Jun. 14, 2023

The French option has cabbage, bean sprouts, bacon, cheese, sauce and a fried egg, all wrapped in a crepe.

From Reuters ● May 21, 2023

Before she leaves, the waitress also puts down a plate filled with fresh bean sprouts, lime slices, chopped scallions, whole red chili peppers, and mint leaves.

From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung