Quinoa Corn And Edamame Salad Recipes

QUINOA-CORN SALAD

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.

EDAMAME QUINOA SALAD

Steps:

• In a small saucepan combine quinoa and 1 cup water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat; set aside.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the edamame, corn, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro. Add quinoa; toss to combine. Add lime juice and olive oil; toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

EASY QUINOA AND EDAMAME SALAD

Steps:

• Combine olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, liquid amino, lemon juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Seal the lid and shake dressing until fully blended.
• Place cooked quinoa, edamame, bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, green onion, cranberries in a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of the dressing and mix until well combined; save any remaining dressing for another use. Place in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 1 hour.
• Garnished with slivered almonds to serve.

QUINOA AND EDAMAME SALAD

Steps:

• Toast uncooked quinoa in a medium skillet for 5 minutes. Transfer quinoa to a large pot, add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and empty into a serving bowl.
• Add chopped peppers, tomato, sliced zucchini and thawed edamame. Stir well.
• Whisk lemon zest, lemon juice and olive oil together and pour over quinoa mixture. Toss well. Sprinkle with parsley.

EDAMAME AND CORN SALAD

Steps:

• Mix tomatoes, edamame, corn, green onions, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, and garlic together in a bowl. Season with sea salt.
• Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 1 hour.

QUINOA, CORN AND EDAMAME SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Cut the corn kernels away from the cobs. Discard the cobs (or use for stock), and place the kernels in a steamer above 1 inch of boiling water. Cover and steam for four minutes. Remove from the heat, rinse with cold water and drain. 2. Soak the onion in cold water to cover for five minutes. Drain, rinse and drain on paper towels. 3. Combine all the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk together the dressing ingredients and toss with the salad. Serve. Yield: Serves four to six. Advance preparation: The quinoa freezes well and the assembled salad will keep for a day in the refrigerator. Nutritional information per serving (four servings): 359 calories; 18 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 milligrams cholesterol; 43 grams carbohydrates; 6 grams dietary fiber; 25 milligrams sodium (does not include salt added during cooking); 10 grams protein Nutritional information per serving (six servings): 239 calories; 12 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 milligrams cholesterol; 29 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 17 milligrams sodium (does not include salt added during cooking); 7 grams protein