Ensalada de Quinua

Name: Ensalada de Quinua
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1 cup white or tricolor quinoa, rinsed; 2 cups water; 1 cup choclo corn kernels, thawed; 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt

A vibrant Peruvian salad featuring fluffy quinoa tossed with sweet choclo, avocado, queso fresco, and a sharp lime dressing.

30 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

PeruvianSaladStovetopVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

1 cup white or tricolor quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1 cup choclo corn kernels, thawed
1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Combine 1 cup rinsed white or tricolor quinoa and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed, then fluff with a fork and cool.
3

In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt.
4

Add cooled white or tricolor quinoa, 1 cup thawed choclo corn kernels, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco, 1 diced avocado, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
5

Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Questions

Can I make Ensalada de Quinua dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Ensalada de Quinua keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Ensalada de Quinua?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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