Ensalada de Oca

Name: Ensalada de Oca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1 lb oca tubers, sliced; 1 cup Peruvian corn kernels, cooked; 1 cup queso fresco, diced; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 tsp fine salt

A refreshing Andean salad featuring tender boiled oca tubers tossed with creamy cheese, sweet choclo, and a bright citrus dressing.

30 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

PeruvianSaladStovetopVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb oca tubers, sliced
1 cup Peruvian corn kernels, cooked
1 cup queso fresco, diced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp fine salt

Instructions

1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2

Add 1 lb sliced oca tubers and cook for 12 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
3

Drain oca tubers and let cool completely.
4

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1/2 tsp fine salt.
5

Add cooled oca tubers, 1 cup cooked Peruvian corn kernels, 1 cup diced queso fresco, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro to the dressing.
6

Toss gently to combine all ingredients before serving.

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Questions

How long does Ensalada de Oca take?

As written, 30 minutes: 15 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (12 minutes): "Add 1 lb sliced oca tubers and cook for 12 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork."

Is there a substitute for queso fresco in Ensalada de Oca?

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

Can I make Ensalada de Oca dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Ensalada de Oca 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.

How many calories are in Ensalada de Oca?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 220 calories, with 6 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 8 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Ensalada de Oca keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Ensalada de Oca just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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