Mexican Street Corn Salad with Quinoa

Mexican Street Corn Salad with Quinoa

Cook: 20 min
Prep: 10 min
Ready: 30 min
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 517.44

Directions

  1. 1
    Rinse the quinoa well and drain.
  2. 2
    Combine the quinoa and vegetable broth in a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  3. 3
    Remove the pot from the heat, uncover, and fluff with a fork.
  4. 4
    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the hummus, chili powder, garlic, 2 tablespoons ghee, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and nutritional yeast until smooth and creamy.
  5. 5
    Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. 6
    Add the yellow onion and corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until both are golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes.
  7. 7
    Remove the pan from the heat, and transfer to a medium bowl.
  8. 8
    Add the quinoa, lime juice and zest, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and toss to combine well.
  9. 9
    Divide the mixture evenly between 2 bowls, then top with the hummus mixture.
  10. 10
    Garnish with cilantro, green onion, and a sprinkle of chili powder.

Nutrition per serving

517.44 Calories
56.85g Carbs
14.91g Protein
28.39g Fat

Tags

lacto ovo vegetarian gluten free side dish Mexican

Allergens

milk egg wheat soy peanuts sesame