Cracked wheat freekeh and wholegrain freekeh are generally available in supermarkets and most speciality food stores. If using wholegrain freekeh, allow a longer cook time. Freekeh can be substituted with quinoa if you prefer.
Ingredients
425 g | John West Tuna in Springwater, drained and flaked (Main) |
1 cup | Freekeh, cooked following packet directions, drained and cooled to room temperature (Main) |
2 cups | Rocket |
¼ cup | Fresh mint, shredded, plus extra leaves, for garnish |
1 ½ cups | Frozen broad beans, blanched and shelled (Main) |
½ | Red onions, shaved with a vegetable peeler |
½ cup | Red capsicums, roasted, cut into strips |
⅓ cup | Slivered almonds, toasted |
⅓ cup | Olive oil |
½ | Lemon zest |
1 | Lemon, Juice of 1 lemon |
1 tsp | Sugar |
Directions
- Combine John West Tuna, freekeh, rocket, mint, broad beans, onion, capsicum and almonds in a large bowl.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a screw top jar to make a dressing. Season to taste.
- Toss gently through salad and serve immediately. Garnish with mint leaves.