Quinoa & Broccoli Slaw
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp. light mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. red or white vinegar
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ cup plain yoghurt, low-fat
For the slaw:
- 1 small head broccoli, chopped into very small florets (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 onions, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped toasted almonds
- Salt & ground black pepper to taste
- Whisk all ingredients for dressing in a small bowl and set aside.
- Wash Quinoa, add 1 cup of water and cook till water is absorbed and quinoa is light and fluffy. You will see a tiny ring in the centre of each grain.
- To prepare the slaw, in a large bowl, combine the broccoli, quinoa and onions.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss well to coat.
- Add the chopped almonds and toss gently.
- Season with salt, pepper and let stand for 15 mintues to let the flavours fuse together. Refrigerate, if desired.