Best 4 Quinoa Corn And Tomato Salad With Chive Infused Oil Recipes

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Quinoa Corn and Tomato Salad with Chive Infused Oil is a vibrant and refreshing summer salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a light and healthy meal. Packed with nutritious quinoa, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The chive-infused oil adds a delicate oniony flavor to the salad, while the fresh herbs provide a pop of color and freshness. In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes a variation using black beans for a protein-packed option, as well as a delicious quinoa corn salad with avocado and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. With its easy-to-follow instructions and stunning photography, this article will inspire you to create a delicious and healthy quinoa salad that will be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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.

QUINOA-TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Prepare 1 cup quinoa as the label directs. Stir to cool slightly. Toss with 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, one 15-ounce can hearts of palm (drained, rinsed and sliced), 2 chopped scallions, 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of sugar; season with salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

QUINOA, CORN, AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CHIVE-INFUSED OIL



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This is from Cooking Light, via myrecipes.com. It is a light, healthy grain-based salad -- like tabbouli, but different! I didn't have any chive-infused oil, so just finely chopped a green onion to mix in with the dressing, and it came out great.

Provided by smcsf11

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups water
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears) or 15 1/4 ounces canned corn
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chive-infused oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Combine water and quinoa in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork to separate and let cool a bit if time.
  • While quinoa is cooking, combine corn, tomatoes, and parsley in a medium bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together oil and remaining ingredients.
  • After quinoa has stood for 10 min., add to vegetable mixture, toss to combine, then drizzle dressing over it. Toss well to coat. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

QUINOA CORN SALAD



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Make and share this Quinoa Corn Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JeriBinNC

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups quinoa, thoroughly rinsed
2 cups fresh corn (frozen is okay)
1 cup fresh basil, tightly packed, finely chopped
1/2 cup diced roasted red pepper
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 -5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and simmer for about 11 minutes.
  • Add corn and cook another 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Transfer quinoa and corn to a bowl. Stir to fluff and set aside to cool.
  • Stir in basil, red peppers, onions, and olive oil. Add salt if needed. Stir in lemon juice to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 567.1, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 7.7

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they are less watery than other varieties.
  • If you don't have fresh chives, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried chives.
  • To make the chive-infused oil, heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chives and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the chives are fragrant. Remove the chives from the oil and discard.
  • Quinoa is a versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron.
  • This salad can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a great option for a packed lunch.

Conclusion:

This quinoa, corn, and tomato salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for summer. The combination of fresh vegetables, quinoa, and chive-infused oil makes this salad a flavorful and satisfying meal. It is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.

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