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

Zain Sherazi
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This salad is delicious!


Banjo Emmanuel
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This salad is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner.


Stars Jewelry
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.


9qwe
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright and cheerful.


Ishan Mishra
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This salad is delicious! The quinoa is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Rine Akter
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This salad is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein and fiber, and the vegetables provide a good dose of vitamins and minerals. The dressing is also light and flavorful, and it doesn't overpower the other ingredients. I


martins promise
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are readily available. The dressing is simple but flavorful, and the quinoa is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Soare Catalin
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the quinoa is fluffy and filling. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Malan Perera
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit! I love the combination of quinoa, corn, and red pepper. The dressing is also really good. I usually make a double batch so I have leftovers for lunch the next day.


toxic cake productions
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This salad is delicious! The quinoa is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Gyamah Esther
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The quinoa was fluffy and the vegetables were crisp. The dressing was also really good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Dillan Scott
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright and cheerful. I love the combination of quinoa, corn, and red pepper. The dressing is also really good. I used a little less oil than the recipe called for, a


Jami Rasulov
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The quinoa was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and flavorful. The dressing was also delicious and light. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Brian Moyo
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This salad is easy to make and packed with flavor. I love that it's a healthy option that doesn't sacrifice taste. The quinoa is fluffy and the vegetables are crisp and fresh. The dressing is tangy and light, and it really brings the whole dish toget


Puzan Thapa
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's light and refreshing, yet still filling and satisfying. The dressing is simple but flavorful, and the quinoa cooks up perfectly every time. Highly recommend!


Muhammed
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This quinoa salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet corn, crunchy red pepper, and fluffy quinoa was a winner. I also loved the zesty dressing that brought all the flavors together. Definitely a keeper recipe!