Try using red quinoa in addition to the regular variety for an extra hit of colour on the plate.

Quinoa White Bean Salad with Celery and Peppers

1/3 cup regular quinoa

1/3 cup red quinoa

1 tin white (navy) beans, drained and rinsed

1 tin flaked white tuna, drained

1/2 cup diced red onion

1 cup diced celery

1 cup diced bell pepper (any colour)

3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil

1/4 tsp smoked paprika

2 Tbsp lemon juice

2 Tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper

1)   Bring 4 cups of water up to a boil.  Rinse the quinoa well and add to the water.  Simmer for about 10 minutes, until tender, then drain and rinse and place in a large bowl.

2)   Add the remaining ingredients, toss and season to taste.  Chill until ready to serve.

Serves 6

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