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Ensalada de Quinua Peruana (Peruvian Quinoa Salad) recipe by Safe Plated

Ensalada de Quinua Peruana (Peruvian Quinoa Salad)

A refreshing and nutritious quinoa salad with Peruvian flavors, featuring quinoa, black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and a lime-cilantro dressing.

35m4 servings
NUTS-free
350 cal|12g protein|50g carbs|15g fat|8g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Quinoa, cooked
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Corn, canned or frozen
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 medium Red onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium Avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp Lime juice
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Aji Amarillo paste
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. 2In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, Aji Amarillo paste, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. 3Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
  4. 4Gently fold in diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
  5. 5Serve immediately or chill for later.

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