Serves approx 8

This vegetarian ‘main meal salad’ is protein and nutrient rich, abundant in healthy EFA’s and disease fighting antioxidants. The specific product brands suggested are superior in quality, taste and nutrient count. All products are not created equal so source out the suggested items for increased flavor and nourishment.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups of uncooked quinoa, well rinsed and drained
Quinoa is a gluten free grain rich in all 9 essential amino acids, fibre, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, calcium and B vitamins
• 1-15 oz can of organic black beans, well rinsed
  (High in fibre, molybdenum, and antioxidants)
• 1 large red onion, chopped
• 1½ cups fresh cilantro, snipped
• 1 large red pepper, diced
• 2 large tomatoes, diced
• ½ cup organic apricots, snipped

Vinaigrette:

• 1 tsp each garlic and fresh ginger, minced or shredded
  Rich in Anti-bacterial, Anti-viral and Anti-inflammatory properties
• 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, organic (Zest first and reserve for garnish)
• 4 tsp curry paste; 1 tbsp powder can be substituted
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp Orphee Bio Activa+ olive, hemp, flax, borage oil blend
  (Great source of omega 3’s and GLA)
• 3 tbsp Orphee Activa flax seed oil or Ruth’s Hemp oil
  (Also a great source of omega 3’s and GLA)
• 1–2 tsp liquid honey
• 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1Measure one and a half cups of water into a saucepan. Add rinsed quinoa and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for approx. 10 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Set aside.

2Meanwhile, prepare the vinaigrette by mixing the ingredients together in a small jar with a lid. Shake well to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.

3Assemble the salad once quinoa has cooled by tossing the prepared veggies, quinoa and dressing in a large bowl. Chill until serving time, at least 1 hour.

4Serve the salad pilaf in a large lettuce or radicchio leaf and garnish with cilantro, sprouts and orange zest.

This salad is great as an appetizer, a main meal or snack. Stuff veggies, Nori leaves or Ezekiel wraps for a fast food fix.