Alfalfa Sprouts

Alfalfa sprouts, which are grown from the seeds of the alfalfa plant, are thin green shoots with tiny clover leaves. They are added to dishes like stir fry and sandwiches for their crunchy texture and grassy taste.  One cup of alfalfa sprouts has a mere 8 calories and is a good source of vitamin K. It also provides a slew of other nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, folate, copper and manganese.