# What combines with sprouts?

Sprouts pairs best with salads, astringency, cucumbers and lettuces. See all 4 ingredients that combine with sprouts, ranked from good to made for each other.

Sprouts are the edible shoots of plants that are typically grown in water. Sprouts are a popular addition to salads and sandwiches. They can also be cooked and used in soups and stews. Sprouts pair well with other vegetables, fruits, meats, and cheeses.

## Flavour notes

- **Season:** spring, summer, autumn, winter
- **Intensity:** quiet
- **Weight:** light
- **Effect:** cooling
- **Techniques:** sauté, steam, stir-fry
- **Tip:** Cook for less than 30 seconds, or they’ll wilt.

## Reliable matches (strength 2 of 4)

- [salads](https://whatcombines.com/with/salads.md)

## Also good with (strength 1 of 4)

- [astringency](https://whatcombines.com/with/astringency.md)
- [cucumbers](https://whatcombines.com/with/cucumbers.md)
- [lettuces](https://whatcombines.com/with/lettuces.md)

Source: https://whatcombines.com/with/sprouts
