Smoked salmon Quinoa pasta salad

Serves 4

When trying to switch to a healthier lifestyle, many people struggle with reducing the amount of pasta in their diets. Instead of eliminating this comfort food, try swapping it with quinoa pasta. Quinoa is a complete protein with nine amino acids and is also gluten-free, making it a healthier option over pasta made from wheat flour.

Ingredients

• 500g quinoa pasta (look out for it at any health stores)
• 300g smoked salmon cut in small cubes
• 1 leek, thinly cut
• Small can sweet corn
• 2 green peppers, thinly sliced lengthwise
• Small hand full basil
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp mayo
• ½ tsp honey
• ½ tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp dry dill

Method

1. Cook pasta according to packet instructions and allow to cool.  
2. In food processor add, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, basil, olive oil, dill and a little pepper. Blend until smooth. 
3. In a bowl add the dressing mixture, pasta, salmon and vegetables and stir.