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Peruvian Quinoa Salad with Queso Fresco

Peruvian Quinoa Salad uses the traditional South American Quinoa and the Peruvian Aji Amarillo spice. This healthy side dish is perfect for family and friends.
Course Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6
Author Melissa Russo / thefarmgirlgabs.com

Ingredients

  • 3 cups red quinoa cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup queso fresco
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/2 cup black beans drained
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup red pepper finely diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Aji Amarillo
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Cool completely.
  2. Cut queso fresco into small cubes.
  3. Finely dice onion, pepper and cilantro.
  4. Add quinoa to a medium bowl.
  5. Mix in queso fresco, corn, black beans, onion. pepper, and cilantro.
  6. Add seasoning to salad and mix together.
  7. Add fresh lime juice, vinegar and olive oil and toss to coat.