HOW TO PREPARE GRAINS,GREEN & SEEDS SALADS

To Prepare grains, green and seeds salads -This Grains, Greens & Seeds Salad with Pumpkin, Mixed Lettuce, Edamame, Peppers, Beetroot, Chickpea, Omega Seeds & Hummus is a nutritious and filling salad that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It’s packed with protein and fiber, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans. The salad is also gluten-free and nut-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions. It’s a wholesome blend of grains, greens, and seeds that provide a variety of essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.Highly recommended in weight loss journey.

Grains, Green and Seeds Salad

Ingredients:

-1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed: 90gms
- – 1/2 small pumpkin, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces: 200gms
– 1/2 cup brown rice, rinsed: 90gms
– 1/2 cup edamame beans, shelled: 90gms
– 1 red pepper, sliced: 100gms
– 1 yellow pepper, sliced: 100gms
– 1 small beetroot, peeled and grated: 60gms
– 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed: 240gms
– 1/4 cup omega seeds (such as chia, flax, sunflower, pumpkin): 35gms
– 4 cups mixed lettuce greens: 120gms
– 1/2 cup hummus: 120gms
– Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. In a saucepan, combine the quinoa, brown rice, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.

3. Spread the pumpkin pieces on a baking tray and drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.

4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked grains, roasted pumpkin, edamame beans, sliced peppers, grated beetroot, chickpeas, omega seeds, and mixed lettuce greens. Toss well to combine.

5. Serve the salad with a dollop of hummus on top.