Paleo Quinoa with Corn

Elevate your mealtime with this irresistible Paleo Quinoa with Corn recipe—a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for anyone seeking clean, wholesome flavors. Featuring fluffy quinoa mingled with sweet corn kernels, crisp red bell peppers, and earthy green onions, this recipe combines hearty texture with fresh, zesty notes from lime juice and cilantro. Lightly sautéed in olive oil and seasoned with garlic and black pepper, every bite bursts with savory goodness. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is not only paleo-friendly but also gluten-free, making it ideal for health-conscious eaters. Serve it warm as a comforting side dish or chilled for a refreshing, veggie-packed main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Fresh corn kernels
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer to remove any bitterness.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer, cover the saucepan, and cook for 15 minutes or until the quinoa has absorbed all the water and is tender.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 more minutes. Afterwards, fluff the quinoa with a fork.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the fresh corn kernels, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced green onions to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 8

Stir the cooked quinoa into the skillet with the vegetables, mixing well to combine.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and ground black pepper.

Step 10

Serve the dish warm, or let it cool to room temperature for a fresh and zesty Paleo-friendly meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1190.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1084.0

Total Fat 43.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2439.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 34.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141.5mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1298.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 52.8%