Quinoa corn salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and healthy lunch. It combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with the sweet crunch of corn, the freshness of cilantro and chives, and the tangy brightness of a lemon-lime dressing. This versatile salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your preferences, making it a great option for potlucks, picnics, or meal prep.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
QUINOA CORN SALAD WITH CILANTRO, CHIVES, AND LEMON-LIME DRESSING
Make and share this Quinoa Corn Salad With Cilantro, Chives, and Lemon-Lime Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Katzen
Categories Corn
Time 30m
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place quinoa in a fine mesh sieve and rinse thouroughly with cold, running water. Bring water to boil in a small pot, add the quinoa and salt, and bring to a boil again. Cover and reduce heat to low for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and keep the pot covered for an additional 5 minutes. Strain off any excess liquid and spread the quinoa out to cool on a tray while preparing the remaining ingredients.
- Steam or lightly saute corn until just tender and cool to room temparature. Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and gently toss. Season with additional salt, pepper, or hot sauce to taste. Serve with fresh lime wedges.
QUINOA-CORN SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 1/2 cup red quinoa as the label directs. Put 3 shucked ears of corn in a bowl with a few tablespoons of water; loosely cover and microwave until tender, about 3 minutes. Cool, then cut off the kernels. Toss the quinoa and corn with 1 chopped large heirloom tomato, 2 sliced scallions, 3 tablespoons each olive oil and lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of cayenne.
LEMON QUINOA CILANTRO CHICKPEA SALAD
Healthy and so yummy! Love the dressing. This was one of the favorite recipes for 2012 on the Diva Dish blog.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Grains
Time 40m
Yield 2-4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make your quinoa first. Soak the quinoa in a pot in the veggie broth for about 15 minutes. After that, turn on the heat to medium high and let the quinoa come to a boil. Once it boils, reduce heat to medium/low and let quinoa simmer. Stir every so often, and cook quinoa for about 20-25 minutes just until the liquid absorbs. You don't want it completely dried out, so when there is just a TINY amount of liquid left in the pot, remove it from heat and put a lid on it. Set it aside, and make the rest of the salad.
- In a food processor, add your spinach and cilantro. Make sure to wash you greens.
- Process the greens until they are finely diced. You can do this by hand as well if you don't have a food processor.
- Add the greens to a bowl, and set aside. Next take your onion and garlic and finely dice those (I do this in the food processor to), and add to the greens mixture. Next add your chickpeas and stir until everything is combined and coated. If the quinoa is cooled, you can add it to the chickpea mixture next.
- Make your dressing by whisking all the ingredients together. Pour over salad, and mix until combined. Add in tomatoes and avocado and mix. Set in fridge for about 10-15 minutes before serving so the flavors set.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 822.9, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Sodium 745.8, Carbohydrate 103.7, Fiber 28.5, Sugar 5.7, Protein 23.3
Tips:
- Fresh ingredients: Use fresh, crisp vegetables and herbs for the best flavor and texture.
- Cook quinoa properly: Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove any bitter saponins. Cook according to package instructions, or use a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water or broth.
- Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really brings this salad together. Make sure to use a dressing that is flavorful and tangy, such as the lemon-lime dressing in the recipe.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Just before serving, garnish the salad with fresh cilantro, chives, or other herbs for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Conclusion:
Quinoa corn salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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