Protein Packed Grain Salad

Health Highlights

Ingredients

1/4 cup	Brown rice, short-grain, dry
1/4 cup	Red rice, sprouted, dry
1 cup	Water (for rice)
1/4 cup	Quinoa, uncooked (rinsed)
1 cup	Water (for quinoa)
1/2 can (15oz)	Chickpeas, canned, drained (drained and rinsed)
2 pepper(s)	Roasted red peppers, canned (chopped)
8 heart	Artichoke hearts, canned (chopped)
1 bunch	Parsley, fresh (chopped)
1/4 cup	Pine nuts, dried
1 tsp	Sea Salt
1 tsp	Black pepper

Combine the brown and red rice together in a medium-size pot with water. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 15 minutes and then add the quinoa and water. Cook for another 10 minutes or so. You may need to add another ¼ cup of water. While the grains are cooking prepare the rest of your ingredients.
Once the grains are cooked, remove from heat and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
Combine all the ingredients together in a bowl and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Enjoy!

Nutrition Highlights

Quinoa is a complete protein and high in fibre which promotes healthy digestion!
Chickpeas are an important source of plant-based protein.

Calories 346

Calories from fat 91

Calories from saturated fat 12.3

Total Fat 10.1 g

Saturated Fat 1.4 g

Trans Fat 0

Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0 g

Monounsaturated Fat 3.1 g

Cholesterol 0

Sodium 1517 mg

Potassium 828 mg

Total Carbohydrate 57 g

Dietary Fiber 12.5 g

Sugars 4.2 g

Protein 13.6 g