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Summer Grilled Mexican Street Corn Quinoa Salad | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest
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4.57 from 16 votes

Summer Grilled Mexican Street Corn Quinoa Salad.

This salad is so simple and its Mexican flavors make it one you will crave every week this summer.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 315kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa rinsed
  • 4 ears corn husks removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 lime juiced, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chile powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt + pepper
  • 2 red peppers
  • 2 jalapeños
  • 2-4 green onions chopped
  • 1 cup tom-tom tomatoes halved, grape/cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil sliced
  • 4 slices thick bacon cooked + chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese crumbled

Instructions

  • Prepare quinoa according to directions, which will most likely call for 1 cup of liquid.
  • While the quinoa is cooking preheat the grill to the highest setting. Remove the husk from each ear of corn. Brush the corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Wrap the corn in one layer of aluminum foil. Grill for about 5 minutes each “side” – rotating corn 4-5 times during grilling. At the same time, also place the red peppers and jalapeño peppers on the grill. Lightly charr the peppers on all sides. Remove from the grill and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile combine 2 tablespoons cilantro, smoked paprika, chile powder, salt and pepper. In another bowl add the 3 tablespoons butter and half the seasoning mixture.
  • Once the corn is finished brush with just enough of the butter to coat all around the it. Allow the corn to cool and then, slice off the cob using a sharp knife. Slice the peppers as well and add everything to a big bowl.
  • To the bowl add the warm quinoa, remaining seasonings, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, basil, green onions, tomatoes and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss well. Add the bacon if using and then the cotija cheese, toss again and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 449mg | Potassium: 575mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2355IU | Vitamin C: 68.1mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 2.4mg