High Protein Chopped Broccoli Salad

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa very well and add to a saucepan. Cover the quinoa with double the amount of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer for 12 mins.

Step 2

Drain and rinse under cold water in a colander. Set aside or in the fridge to cool while you prepare the rest.

Step 3

Finely chop the broccoli florets. Peel the tough skin from the broccoli stem and finely chop the broccoli stem or grate it on a cheesegrater. Add to a large bowl.

Step 4

Drain the chickpeas, finely chop the red onion and add these to the bowl. Add the dried cranberries, sunflower seeds and peanuts to the bowl.

Step 5

To make the dressing, mix all of the ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine.

Step 6

You can mix the dressing before storing as the ingredients will stay crisp and absorb the dressing well. Keep refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.