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Mexican Street Corn Quinoa Salad

Mexican Street Corn Quinoa Salad

Enjoy this vibrant Mexican Street Corn Quinoa Salad, packed with flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1/3 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/3 cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
  • 1 each lime juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
  2. If using fresh corn, grill or sauté until slightly charred. If using canned or frozen, heat in a skillet until golden.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), lime juice, chili powder, and smoked paprika to create the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, corn, red onion, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Add dressing and mix well.
  5. Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cheese, cilantro, and a dusting of chili powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 11gFat: 11g

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding black beans or avocado for more flavor and nutrition.

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