Ensalada de Olluquito

Name: Ensalada de Olluquito
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh or frozen olluco, julienned; 1 cup Peruvian choclo corn, cooked; 1 cup queso fresco, cubed; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp fresh ají amarillo chili, minced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp salt

A traditional cold Andean salad featuring tender julienned olluco, Peruvian corn, diced cheese, and a zesty lime dressing.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

PeruvianSaladStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh or frozen olluco, julienned
1 cup Peruvian choclo corn, cooked
1 cup queso fresco, cubed
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh ají amarillo chili, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add 1 lb julienned fresh or frozen olluco, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until tender.
2

Drain the olluco thoroughly and let cool completely in a large bowl.
3

Add 1 cup cooked Peruvian choclo corn, 1 cup cubed queso fresco, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 2 tbsp minced fresh ají amarillo chili, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
4

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tsp salt.
5

Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently before serving.

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Questions

What is Ensalada de Olluquito?

A traditional cold Andean salad featuring tender julienned olluco, Peruvian corn, diced cheese, and a zesty lime dressing. This reference files it under Peruvian salad: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

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

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

Can I make Ensalada de Olluquito dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Ensalada de Olluquito is 1 cup queso fresco, cubed. 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 Olluquito vegan?

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

How many calories are in Ensalada de Olluquito?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 180 calories, with 6 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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