Quinoa salad

If you overdid it on the chocolate and rich food this Valentine’s Day don’t worry – we have just what you need.

Replace your rice with quinoa for an easier-to-digest meal without skimping on taste. Quinoa is a superfood and is a source of complete protein.

This meal would make a great lunch that you can bring to work or college with you.

What you’ll need: 

Serves one

• 125g quinoa
• 4 cherry tomatoes
• 1 small tin of sweetcorn
• 1 avocado
• Handful of black beans, either tinned or soaked overnight and cooked
• Salt
• Pepper
• Parsley (optional)

What you’ll need to do:

1. Prepare the quinoa and black beans as instructed.
2. Half the cherry tomatoes and chop the avocado into small pieces.
3. In a bowl combine the cooled quinoa, beans, sweetcorn, tomatoes, avocado and season.
4. If you would like a little more taste, drizzle some olive oil and balsamic over the top.
5. Add some parsley or coriander for extra taste if you have some.