Best Quinoa Salad With Corn And Red Pepper 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.

PEPPER AND QUINOA SALAD



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Put a salad of quinoa, red bell peppers and toasted pecans on the table for an easy, hearty meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup quinoa
1 clove garlic
2 red peppers, stemmed, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
1/2 cup toasted pecans
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the quinoa in the boiling water until the grains are tender and begin to open, about 20 minutes; drain and put in a large bowl.
  • Mash the garlic with a pinch of kosher salt and add to the bowl with the quinoa. Add the peppers, parsley, pecans, oil, vinegar, cinnamon and a couple grinds of black pepper. Toss to combine.

BLACK BEAN, CORN, AND QUINOA SALAD



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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

BLACK BEAN & CORN QUINOA



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Some vegan quinoa recipes are boring, but this one definitely isn't. My daughter's college asked parents for the best quinoa recipes to use in the dining halls. This healthy quinoa recipe fits the bill. -Lindsay McSweeney, Winchester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, red pepper, celery and seasonings; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed., Add beans and 1/3 cup cilantro; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

QUINOA SALAD WITH CORN AND RED PEPPER



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This Quinoa Salad With Corn and Red Pepper is a satisfying and nutritious meal. Called a supergrain, quinoa dates back to the Incan civilization. It has more protein than most grains (5 grams per serving) and is gluten- and wheat-free.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon mustard powder
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 cups quinoa, cooked according to package directions
1 1/2 cups cooked corn kernels or frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 red bell peppers, stemmed, seeded, and diced
2 bunches watercress, washed, ends trimmed, and torn into small pieces
3 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, basil, mustard, and garlic in a large bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add the quinoa, corn, and peppers to the bowl; lightly toss to combine.
  • Arrange watercress on a large platter. Mound the salad in center of platter. Garnish with scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 g

QUINOA SALAD WITH RED PEPPER AND CUMIN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 shallots, peeled and minced
1 cup corn kernels
1 medium zucchini, diced
3 cups cooked quinoa
1/2 cup red pepper and cumin vinaigrette (see recipe)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and saute for about 20 seconds. Add the corn and zucchini and saute until just tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Place the quinoa in a large bowl and toss well with the corn and zucchini. Mix in the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide the salad among 4 plates, garnish with the cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 395, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 666 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

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