put all the vegetables and garlic on a large baking sheet and drizzle over the olive oil.
Place in a preheated oven, 220°C (425°F), Gas Mark 7, for 20–25 minutes until tender and beginning to char.
Meanwhile, cook the quinoa in a saucepan of boiling water according to the packet instructions, then drain well.
Whisk together the pesto or tomato paste and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl.
Place the roasted vegetables, rocket and quinoa in a large serving bowl and stir in the dressing.
Serve warm.
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For quinoa with salmon & watercress, cook the quinoa as for Roasted veggie & quinoa salad.
Meanwhile, place 2 large pieces of skinless salmon fillet, about 300 g in total, in a nonstick frying pan and cook for 3 minutes on each side until crisp and just cooked through, then flake. Whisk together 200 g light crème fraîche, the grated rind and juice of 1 orange and 1 tablespoon gluten-free wholegrain mustard in a small bowl. Stir the dressing into the quinoa with the flaked salmon and a bunch of chopped watercress.Calories per serving 381