New Year is the perfect time to upgrade your diet with some fresh greens, fibre, protein and vitamin super grains. Our Cous Cous dish combines all the flavours of the Mediterranean but contains vital vitamins and minerals you need for lunch or dinner. It's also low carb and slow release!
Mediterranean Style Cous Cous
We’ve used two types of quinoa because it’s low GI and contains all the essential amino acids you need!
IngredientsSupergrains are a good source of essential vitamins.
- 50g white quinoa
- 20g red quinoa
- 30g baby spinach
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, toasted
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp chopped chive
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)
- Prepare quinoa as per packet instructions
- Lightly toast pumpkin seeds on a medium heat
- Mix with baby spinach, toasted pumpkin seeds, parsley, chives and sliced avocado
- Drizzle with a little olive oil
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds (optional)
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