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Rainbow Quinoa Salad

Quinoa, lentils and brown rice are all great examples of whole grains and legumes. Not only are they packed with fibre, but also satiating protein to keep you tided over until your next meal. This complete meal comes together in a cinch!

 

Total time: 15 minutes

Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 Avocado

  • 1/4 cup walnuts

  • 8-10 Strawberries, sliced

  • 10 Bocconcini

  • 1/4 cup Red onion, chopped

  • 1/2 cup Cucumber, chopped

  • 1 package PC Blue Menu Brown Rice with Lentils & Quinoa (ready cooked, just heat in the microwave) or use plain cooked quinoa   

Instructions

  1. Arrange quinoa evenly in 2 bowls

  2. Top with remaining ingredients

  3. Dress with your favourite vinaigrette such as our Zesty Greek Vinaigrette

  

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