A Different Quinoa Salad Recipe

Name: A Different Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup red quinoa, prepared and cooled; 1/3 cup white quinoa, prepared and cooled; 1/3 cup Bulgar wheat, prepared and cooled; 1 (540 ml) can black beans, rinsed; 2 cups frozen corn, peaches and cream, thawed; 2 celery ribs, finely diced; 1 red bell pepper, finely diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, minced; 1/4 cup white onion, finely diced; 2 green onions, finely sliced; 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cubed; 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); Dressing; 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup light olive oil; 2 minced garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1/3 cup red quinoa, prepared and cooled
1/3 cup white quinoa, prepared and cooled
1/3 cup Bulgar wheat, prepared and cooled
1 (540 ml) can black beans, rinsed
2 cups frozen corn, peaches and cream, thawed
2 celery ribs, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
2 green onions, finely sliced
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
Dressing
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup light olive oil
2 minced garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
Thaw corn and drain if required. Put in a large mixing bowl.
2
Prepare quinoa / quinoa bulgur mixture according to package directions cool thoroughly and add to corn in mixing bowl.
3
Drain and rinse black beans, add to bowl.
4
Finely dice celery, white (or red) onion and bell pepper. Add to mixing bowl.
5
Clean jalapeno pepper, removing seeds and white ribs. Slice into thin strips then mince finely and add to other ingredients.
6
Clean and thinly slice green onions, add to bowl.
7
Crumble ( I used light ) feta, add to bowl.
8
Rinse and Remove thick stems from fresh cilantro. Chop roughly and add to salad.
9
Make the dressing, add to salad. Toss to coat then taste. Add salt toss again and serve or refrigerate for later use.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup red quinoa, prepared and cooled, 1/3 cup white quinoa, prepared and cooled, 1/3 cup Bulgar wheat, prepared and cooled, 1 (540 ml) can black beans, rinsed, and more.

Yes, A Different Quinoa Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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A Different Quinoa Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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