Quinoa and Lentil Salad

This recipe contains a great super food called quinoa (pronounced Keen-wah). Not many people have heard of this seed but it’s easy to cook, and a high source of protein containing all your essential amino acids! It is also a source of fiber, iron, magnesium and unprocessed carbohydrates that will release glucose slowly in the body, so it is ideal for diabetics. This recipe was recommended by my naturopath but I have made some small changes to suit my taste buds. So have a go and try something different. Enjoy :D
The original recipe can be found here: http://www.soscuisine.com/en/recipes/view/quinoa-and-lentil-salad?sos_l=en

Ingredients

2/3 cup green-brown lentils (dried)
1 litre of water
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 red capsicum, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped OR ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
100g rocket, coarsely chopped
100g Danish feta cheese

Dressing
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup of lemon juice
3 tsp of Dijon mustard

Method

1. In a small saucepan add the litre of water and once boiled add the lentils and some salt. Boil on a medium heat for 30 minutes. Drain the lentils and set aside.

2. Add the quinoa and 2 cups of water to a small saucepan and boil. Once boiled simmer for 10 minutes until the water has been absorbed. Cool down for 10 minutes.

3. Prepare the vegetables and place in a large bowl. Add the lentils and quinoa.

4. To prepare the dressing whisk in a small bowel the olive oil, lemon juice and Dijon mustard (and salt and pepper if desired). Add to the salad in the large bowl and mix.

5. Serve the salad and crumble the Danish feta cheese on top. Enjoy :D

N.B. Make sure you wash the lentils and quinoa before cooking.