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Herby Rice & Quinoa Salad with Basil Pesto

Herby Rice & Quinoa Salad with Basil Pesto
This fantastic vegan salad recipe pairs fluffy basmati and nutty quinoa with our Vegan Basil Pesto. Peas, rocket and cherry tomatoes add vibrancy, while a lemon juice dressing keeps the herby flavours nice and zesty.

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

25 Mins

Serves

2.0

Ingredients

  • 250g basmati rice
  • 250g quinoa
  • 200g peas
  • 1 small packet wild rocket, washed & drained
  • 1 handful cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 2 tbsp. capers
  • 2 tbsp. Sacla’ Vegan Basil Pesto
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1 handful basil leaves
  • Sea salt & pepper to taste

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How to make the recipe

Step 1

Cook the basmati rice and the quinoa according to packet instructions

Step 3

When they're ready, add the peas, rocket, tomatoes and capers

Step 5

Mix the pesto and the juice of half a lemon in a small bowl and drizzle over the rice & quinoa salad

Step 7

Top with a handful of basil leaves, season to taste and serve