Quinoa salad with shredded greens & raisins

Showcase quinoa in this wonderful salad, with greens, avocado, feta and raisins. Rather than a grain, quinoa is a seed and is a great source of protein

Prep:10 mins
Cook:20 mins

Serves 4
Easy

Nutrition per serving

kcal 381
fat 20g
saturates 5g
carbs 35g
sugars 0g
fibre 9g
protein 11g
salt 0.4g

Ingredients

150g quinoa
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
200g cavolo nero, shredded
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped into small pieces
30g raisins
2 small avocados, chopped
40g vegetarian feta

Method

Rinse the quinoa in a sieve under running water until the water runs clear, then cook for 20 mins following pack instructions. Leave to rest for 5 mins. Rinse again and drain well by pressing in the sieve.
Meanwhile, put the vinegar and oil in a large bowl, add the cavolo nero and massage in the dressing with your hands to soften it.
Add the quinoa, onion, pepper and raisins, then toss well. Spoon half onto plates, scatter over 1 chopped avocado, crumble in half the feta and toss. The remainder will keep chilled for up to three days. Top with the remaining avocado and feta, then serve.

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