Corn-Tomato Quinoa Salad
Fresh, colorful, and full of texture, this summery quinoa salad is a vibrant blend of sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado. Tossed in a zesty lime vinaigrette and finished with feta, herbs, and optional crumbled bacon, it’s a chilled side dish that’s just as perfect for cookouts as it is for meal prep.
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Corn-Tomato Quinoa Salad
Prep Time30 Minutes
Servings8
0Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil
1 large lime, zest and juice
2 Tbs red wine vinegar
1 Tbs honey
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups cooked quinoa (1 1/2 cups uncooked)
4 ears fresh corn, cooked and kernels removed (1 1/2 cups)
1 English cucumber, sliced into half-moons
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 Tbs fresh chives, minced
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
1/2 cup feta cheese, cut into large pieces
1 large avocado, peeled and sliced
fresh basil, for garnish
Directions
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar. Shake to combine. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, corn, cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro and chives. Add the dressing. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. When ready to serve, add the bacon (if using) and feta. Fan out the sliced avocado on top of the salad. Garnish with basil.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 360, Fat: 23 g (5 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 480 mg, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Fiber: 6 g, Protein: 9 g.
30 minutes
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Cook Time
8
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Makes 8 servings
Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 750 ml
$11.99 was $16.49$0.02/ml
Large Lime - 1 Each
$0.79
Pompeian Bold & Fruity Gourmet Red Wine Vinegar - 16 Fluid Ounce
$1.99 was $3.29$0.12/fl oz
Brookshire's Honey - 16 Ounce
$5.99$0.37/oz
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Cucina & Amore Quinoa Meal, Mango & Jalapeno
$4.39$0.56/oz
Corn - 1 Each
$0.25 was $0.50
Cucumber - 1 Each
$0.50 was $0.79
Red Candy Grape Organic Tomatoes - 10 Ounce
$3.99$0.40/oz
Cilantro - 1 Each
$0.69
SOLI ORGANIC So Og Chives Clamshell Labels - 0.5 Ounce
$2.29$4.58/oz
Brookshire's Thick Cut Hickory Smoked Bacon - 16 Ounce
$5.99$0.37/oz
PRESIDENT Cheese-Feta-Chunk-Plain - 8 Ounce
$7.99$1.00/oz
Large Avocado - 1 Each
$1.50 was $2.29
SOLI ORGANIC So Og Basil Clamshell Labels - 0.5 Ounce
$2.29$4.58/oz
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 360, Fat: 23 g (5 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 10 mg, Sodium: 480 mg, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Fiber: 6 g, Protein: 9 g.
Directions
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar. Shake to combine. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, corn, cucumbers, tomatoes, cilantro and chives. Add the dressing. Toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. When ready to serve, add the bacon (if using) and feta. Fan out the sliced avocado on top of the salad. Garnish with basil.