Sprout Salad

Before we first came to the Bahamas I had read that it can sometimes be difficult to find groceries in the out islands. The stores are small and the shelves may be bare if you shop before the supply boat comes in. I had thought we might not be able to find fresh vegetables at all so I prepared for that. One thing I did was buy a plastic screen sprouting lid to grow lentil sprouts in a mason jar. At least we would have something fresh to eat!  I was pleasantly surprised our first year in the Bahamas to find fresh vegetables all winter. Sometimes our salad would consist of just lettuce, but we also found carrots, peppers, tomatoes, and even avocados on occasion. 

When we left Black Point to come to the Ragged Islands a few weeks ago I was unable to buy fresh vegetables. We ran out a few days ago, so we are now eating lentil sprout salads. I add dried cranberries, sliced almonds and dressing. They really aren’t bad. 

This morning we went to shore for another informal exercise group. After the class we snorkeled from the beach to a few nearby coral heads. Although the coral wasn’t great we did see quite a few interesting fish and a sea turtle. Unfortunately, we did not remember to bring the camera. After returning to the boat George defrosted the refrigerator and ran the water maker. And, of course, we went to shore at four for the daily happy hour. 

Sprout salads

Sprouts in progress.