Quinoa and Corn Salad
This healthy salad features protein-packed quinoa, corn, nuts, and fresh mint, for an easy and delicious side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
Directions
- Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Unless quinoa is pre-rinsed, rinse prior to cooking to remove bitterness. Spread cooked quinoa on a cookie sheet to cool 15 minutes.
- Transfer cooled quinoa to a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients expect almonds and mix well. Check taste for seasoning and adjust if needed. Top with nuts.
Serves 6
| Nutrition Facts | ||
|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | 1 | |
| Servings Per Recipe | 6 | |
| Amount per Serving | ||
| Calories | 223 | |
| Calories from Fat | 90 | |
| % Daily Value * | ||
| Total Fat | 10 g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31 g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 6 g | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 10% | |
| Calcium | 5% |
|
| Iron | 20% |
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA.