Best Corn And Blueberry Quinoa Salad Recipes

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QUINOA-CORN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1/2 cup red quinoa as the label directs. Put 3 shucked ears of corn in a bowl with a few tablespoons of water; loosely cover and microwave until tender, about 3 minutes. Cool, then cut off the kernels. Toss the quinoa and corn with 1 chopped large heirloom tomato, 2 sliced scallions, 3 tablespoons each olive oil and lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of cayenne.

CORN AND BLUEBERRY QUINOA SALAD



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This can also be a corn blueberry salsa for a lighter version, I like to use the quinoa to be a more substantial side dish so make it to your liking. ENJOY

Provided by Lisa 'Gayle' Goff

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bag(s) frozen corn or 6 ears fresh cooked off the cob
1 1/2 c fresh blueberries
1 english cucumber, diced
1/2 c fresh cilantro, chopped
3 jalapeños, ribs and seeds removed
3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp honey
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin
salt and pepper to taste
1 c quinoa
2 c broth (vegetable will keep this vegetarian)
1 tsp cumin for the quinoa

Steps:

  • 1. Cook Quinoa per pkg instructions using broth for water and the 1t of cumin for flavor.
  • 2. Combine all other ingredients. Add quinoa after it has cooled.
  • 3. Refrigerate up to one week, serve chilled. The Jalapeños WILL NOT BE HOT if you remove all seeds and ribs so don't be afraid to use them.

BLACK BEAN, CORN, AND QUINOA SALAD



Black Bean, Corn, and Quinoa Salad image

This is a wonderful Southwestern style salad that is quick and easy to make.

Provided by tarnapx

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
lime, zested
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, until broth is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in corn. Cover and let stand until corn is warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk lime juice, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cumin together in a large bowl. Whisk in avocado oil. Add black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in quinoa and corn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 622.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SUMMER CORN & BLUEBERRY SALAD



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I found this in a magazine and thought it sounded so unusual and an unexpected combination so gave it a try for an upcoming get together -- everyone LOVED it at the party and I've made it again since and served to a big crowd who oohed and ahhed and asked for the recipe! Enjoy. 25 min prep; chill overnight optional

Provided by LylR9860

Categories     Berries

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ears of fresh sweet corn, husked
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (plus additional for water)

Steps:

  • In a dutch oven bring salted water to boiling. Add corn. Cook, covered, 5 minutes, or until tender.
  • When cool enough to handle, cut corn from cobs. In a serving bowl combine corn, blueberries, cucumber, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
  • For dressing, in screw-top jar combine lime juice, oil, honey, cumin and 1/2 tsp salt. Cover, shake well to combine. Add to salad and toss.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 209.8, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.5, Protein 3.6

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