Buckwheat grain salad

This is a protein and fibre filled salad that is sure to keep you full throughout the work day.

Ingredients

1 cup of buckwheat

1 cos lettuce, sliced thinly

1 cup of beansprouts

1 red chilli, chopped finely

2 carrots, grated

2/3 cup coriander leaves, chopped finely

2 tbs sesame seeds

2 tbs pepitas

Dressing

1/4 cup gluten free soy sauce

2 tablespoons ginger, crushed

1 tbs sesame oil

1 tsp chilli sauce

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

2 tbs hoi sin sauce

Method

1. Combine all dressing ingredients and place to the side

2.Cook buckwheat according to packet instructions

3. Add all vegetables to a large salad bowl and toss to combine

4. Heat a small pan on low heat, spray with oil and cook pepitas and sesame seeds until lightly browned

5. Combine all ingredients in salad bowl and coat with dressing once ready to serve.

Serves 4-6

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