Ensalada de Choclo

Name: Ensalada de Choclo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 3 cups frozen choclo kernels, thawed; 1 cup queso fresco, diced; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1 cup Roma tomato, diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

A traditional Peruvian corn salad featuring large choclo kernels tossed with salty cheese, fresh tomatoes, and a bright lime dressing.

20 minEasyServes 4230 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups frozen choclo kernels, thawed
1 cup queso fresco, diced
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1 cup Roma tomato, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook 3 cups thawed frozen choclo kernels for 5 minutes, then drain and cool completely.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt.
3

Add cooled frozen choclo kernels, 1 cup diced queso fresco, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, 1 cup diced Roma tomato, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
4

Toss all ingredients thoroughly until evenly combined and serve chilled.

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Questions

What can I use instead of queso fresco in Ensalada de Choclo?

The entry for Ensalada de Choclo calls for 1 cup queso fresco, diced. In its place: Mild feta, rinsed, or farmer cheese.

Can I make Ensalada de Choclo dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Ensalada de Choclo is 1 cup queso fresco, diced. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Ensalada de Choclo vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1 cup queso fresco, diced. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

How many calories are in Ensalada de Choclo?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 230 calories, with 8 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Ensalada de Choclo?

It is not a good candidate. Water seeps out of the tomato as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Ensalada de Choclo just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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