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    Mexican Street Corn Quinoa

    Published on November 20, 2022 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    mexican street corn quinoa
    This Mexican Street Corn inspired Quinoa recipe is not only super healthy but it's also very easy to make. Ready in under 1 hour!
     
    bowl of mexican street corn quinoa

    This Mexican Street Corn Quinoa recipe is simply one of those super healthy dishes you can easily make on a busy weeknight.

    mexican street corn quinoa

    To char the frozen corn, simply add it to a skillet and cook until the corn kernels are charred. No need to defrost first but you can if you prefer. Just make sure you don't overcook the corn. Think Popcorn!

    street corn quinoa on a tortilla chip

    The reason this quinoa recipe is called Mexican Street Corn (aka Elote) is that Elote is corn on the cob coated in a mayonnaise-sour cream mixture and sprinkled with cheese and herbs.

    closeup of quinoa

    🍚 Benefits of Quinoa

    Quinoa has fewer calories and carbs than rice.
    It has more protein than rice.
    Quinoa they say, keeps you full for longer than rice.
    It can help with weight loss.

    bag of quinoa

    ♨️ Cooking Quinoa

    While not necessary, you might want to rinse the quinoa before cooking it. Most of the quinoa available in stores is "pre-rinsed" but it can't hurt by running it under a little more water "just in case".

    My preferred method for making fluffy quinoa is to use 1 ¾ cups of liquid for every 1 Cup of Quinoa. Combine the quinoa and liquid in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 more minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork and serve.

    quinoa in a saucepan

    💭 Recipe Variation

    I had some leftover Queso Fresco from when I made my Black Bean Burritos but you can easily substitute for some Cotija Cheese which can easily be crumbled like Queso Fresco.

    mexican street corn quinoa

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    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Mexican Street Corn Quinoa: Quinoa, Frozen Corn, Fresh Cilantro, Red Bell Pepper, Green Onions, Queso Fresco, Sour Cream, Mayonnaise, Lime Juice, Chili Powder, Kosher Salt, Garlic Cloves, Cayenne Pepper and Ground Black Pepper.

    🥣 How to make Mexican Street Corn Quinoa

    Cook the quinoa according to the directions on the package (or see note on recipe card).
    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, charred corn, cilantro, red pepper, green onions and crumbled cheese.
    In a separate bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and seasonings. Mix well
    Pour the sour cream mixture over the quinoa mixture and stir to combine.
    Optionally garnish the quinoa with additional crumbled cheese and cilantro.

    mexican street corn quinoa

    Mexican Street Corn Quinoa

    This Mexican Street Corn inspired Quinoa recipe is not only super healthy but it's also very easy to make. Ready in under 1 hour!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 488 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl for Mixing
    • Saucepan
    • Skillet

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Cup Quinoa, uncooked
    • 12 oz Frozen Corn, charred
    • 1 Cup Fresh Cilantro, minced
    • ½ Cup Red Bell Pepper, diced
    • 6 Green Onions, chopped
    • 5 oz Queso Fresco, crumbled

    Dressing

    • ¼ Cup Sour Cream
    • ¼ Cup Mayonnaise
    • 3 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
    • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
    • 1 Garlic Clove, minced
    • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Cook the quinoa according to directions on the package (or see note below).
    • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, charred corn, cilantro, red pepper, green onions and crumbled cheese.
    • In a separate bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and seasonings. Mix well
    • Pour the sour cream mixture over quinoa mixture and stir to combine.
    • Optionally garnish the quinoa with additional crumbled cheese and cilantro.

    Notes

    My preferred method for making fluffy quinoa is to use 1 ¾ cups of liquid for every 1 Cup of Quinoa. Combine the quinoa and liquid in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 more minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 488kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 17gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 961mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1685IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 263mgIron: 3mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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