Mexican Street Corn Quinoa

Mexican Street Corn Quinoa is a fresh and flavorful salad perfect for summer, combining the delicious flavors of traditional Mexican street corn with quinoa.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course Salad

Cuisine Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 272 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl

Ingredients

Quinoa and Vegetables

1 cup uncooked quinoa prepared according to package instructions
12 ounces frozen corn charred OR 2-3 ears corn on the cob, grilled (approx. 2 cups)
1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
0.5 cup diced red pepper
6 units green onions sliced
5 ounces cotija cheese crumbled

Dressing

0.25 cup sour cream
0.25 cup mayo
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
0.125 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
0.5 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Instructions

Preparation

In a medium mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, grilled corn, cilantro, red pepper, sliced onions, and crumbled cheese.
In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, lime juice, and seasonings. Mix well.
Pour sour cream mixture over quinoa mixture and stir to combine.
Garnish with additional crumbled cheese and cilantro, as desired.

Notes

This quinoa salad is perfect for summer gatherings and can be served chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 9gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 427mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g

Keyword Healthy, quinoa, Salad, street corn, summer, Vegetarian

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