This corn quinoa salad with cherry tomatoes and feta is a vibrant mix of fresh, healthy ingredients that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. With a burst of fresh, tangy, and subtly sweet flavours and crunchy texture, this corn salad screams summer and is perfect for BBQs and picnics. Having said that, I do make it all year round for light dinners or lunch meal prep!
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I love making this salad whenever fresh corn is in abundance as it’s extra sweet. However, I have also made it successfully using frozen corn (make sure to get sweet corn!). It combines vibrant ingredients that are healthy but also delicious.
It has a fun and varied texture of crunchy corn, fluffy quinoa, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta. Plus, those fresh, tangy, subtly sweet, and aromatic flavours that balance so well. It’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients so it’s a bit of a crowd-pleaser.
Perfect for BBQs, easy to prepare, great for meal prep, and can be made ahead. You can serve it as a side dish or add chicken/chickpeas for a main meal.
👩🍳 If you like this recipe, check out my Mexican corn and black bean salad, pea corn & halloumi Fritters, or these kale and corn fritters.
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What You’ll Need
Here is what you’ll need for this corn and quinoa salad recipe. Find the full measurements in the recipe card below.
- Quinoa: It adds a nutty flavour and fluffy texture to the salad; I use uncooked white quinoa but you could get 3 cups of pre-cooked quinoa for a speedier version. Not a fan of quinoa, couscous or brown rice is a good alternative.
- Corn: Fresh sweet corn on the cob or frozen, gives a sweet crunch. Canned is okay but it’s not as juicy.
- Also for the salad: juicy and tangy cherry tomatoes (can be swapped with diced larger tomatoes), red onion for a sharp and pungent kick, and fresh and aromatic coriander/cilantro. Not a fan of this herb, replace with basil or parsley.
- Feta: Creamy and salty, use smooth Danish feta for the best results.
- Dressing: Olive oil, honey, lemon zest and juice, garlic, salt, and pepper for a tangy and sweet finish.
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How To Make Corn Quinoa Salad
Find the full recipe and nutritional information below. Here are some handy step-by-step photos.
- Prepare veggies: Clean and cut the corn, halve cherry tomatoes, finely dice red onion, and chop coriander/cilantro.
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- Prepare corn: Boil fresh corn cobs for 5-7 mins or use frozen corn.
- Cook quinoa: Boil quinoa with water and salt, simmer for 15 mins, let sit covered for 10 mins, then fluff and cool.
- Make dressing: Whisk olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, garlic, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Assemble salad: Mix cooked quinoa, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, onions, and coriander in a large bowl. Toss with dressing and top with crumbled feta.
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Watch The Video
Recipe Tips
- Use pre-cooked quinoa if in a hurry (about 3 cups).
- Frozen or canned corn works too; just boil for 1 minute if using frozen. Frozen is better, pick sweet corn!
- Add diced cooked chicken or chickpeas to make it a main dish and for extra protein.
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Serving Suggestions
This corn and quinoa salad is perfect as a side dish for BBQs or picnics. Serve it with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal or add some chickpeas. Try it with some pork and veggies skewers or some chicken rissoles.
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Corn Quinoa Salad With Cherry Tomatoes & Feta
Ingredients
For quinoa:
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa white
- 1 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the salad:
- 3 fresh corn on the cob or 1-1.5 cups corn kernels
- 1/2 red onion Spanish, finely diced
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes 7 oz, halved
- 100 grams feta 3.5 oz, crumbled, I used Danish smooth feta
- A handful of fresh coriander/cilantro leaves chopped, about 8 grams
For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 garlic clove grated or minced
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of quinoa and 1.75 cups of water to a medium pot and season with salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 more minutes. Fluff with a fork. Allow to cool.
- Cut the corn in halves and add to a large bowl. Add just enough water to cover the corn. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes. Strain and allow to cool.
- While the quinoa and corn are cooking, chop the remaining salad ingredients and prepare the dressing.
- Combine dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk with a fork until smooth and thick. Set aside. Once the corn is cool enough to handle, slice the kernels off the cobs.
- Combine cooked quinoa, corn, cherry tomatoes, onions, and coriander/cilantro in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss through. Top with crumbled feta and extra herbs. Serve!
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Notes
- If using pre-cooked quinoa, you will need about 3 cups. I prefer white quinoa in this salad but you can use red or mixed colours.
- Frozen or canned sweet corn can be used. I prefer frozen over canned as it tastes fresher. Simply add to some boiling water and let cook for 1 minute, then strain and cool.
- For extra protein, add diced cooked chicken or chickpeas.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It will keep fresher without the added dressing.
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