salmon quinoa bowl
Quinoa is gluten-free, high in protein and one of the few plant foods that contain sufficient amounts of all nine essential amino acids. It is also high in fibre, magnesium, B vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin E and various beneficial antioxidants.
Per serving : 346kCal / Carbs 33g / Protein 20g / Fat 15g
Ingredients
45g uncooked quinoa
125ml water
pinch of salt
1 tbsp low-fat natural yoghurt
1/2 beef tomato, sliced
2 tbsp avocado
30g cooked salmon
handful of rocket
1 tbsp feta cheese
2 tsp dried oregano
How to make it
- Bring a saucepan of water to the boil over a medium heat and add the quinoa. Cover and let the quinoa simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the water is completely absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
- Drain the quinoa and transfer to a bowl to cool. Once the quinoa has cooled, stir in the avocado, tomato, salmon and rocket making sure that it is well mixed.
- To make the dressing, combine the yoghurt, feta cheese and oregano in a small bowl.
- To serve, add a dollop of yoghurt dressing on of the quinoa and enjoy.