Roast Capsicum (Bell Peppers) and Quinoa Salad

1. 1

   Char grill whole capsicums by holding them over a gas flame until charred all over or by placng them on a hot grill pan.

2. 2

   When cooled a little, peel and discard the skins.

3. 3

   Thinly slice the flesh into strips.

4. 4

   Rinse the quinoa grains, as you would rice.

5. 5

   Bring a medium saucepan of water to the boil.

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   Add the quinoa and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.

7. 7

   Cover the saucepan and cook for 10 minutes or until the quinoa is tender, drain.

8. 8

   Combine the cooked quinoa, red onion and shredded basil in a bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper.

9. 9

   Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

10. 10

    Add the thinly sliced white onion and cook until softened.

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    Add the roasted capsicum strips and season with salt and pepper.

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    Spread the mixed herbs over a serving plate.Squeeze over the lemon juice.

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    Top with the quinoa , onion and capsicum strips.

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    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.