Cleansing leek and quinoa risotto

When I’ve been over-indulging or am under stress and need to feel cleansed and reset, I reach for this recipe. Quinoa is a great base for a risotto, as its high protein content means it has a lower glycaemic load than other grains and is less likely to spike blood sugar. Buy organic if you can, as grains are particularly susceptible to pesticides. Leek adds gentle sweetness plus tones of prebiotic fibre to feed your gut bugs. But you could pack this with any leafy greens, such as courgetti, broccoli, spinach, kale, cavolo nero, etc. Make a large batch and serve it cold as a salad for lunch the next day.