Zesty Peach and Corn Quinoa Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
This vibrant quinoa salad bursts with summer flavors, featuring a colorful mix of grilled and raw corn, juicy peaches, creamy avocado, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Topped with Spiceology Chile Margarita seasoning, candied jalapeños, and a generous amount of crumbled feta, it's all brought together with a tangy champagne vinegar and honey dressing. Perfect for a refreshing and satisfying meal, this salad is a delightful blend of sweet, spicy, and savory.
Course Salad
Prep Time 20 minutesminutes
Servings 15
Ingredients
Champagne Honey Vinaigrette
1/4CupChampagne Vinegar
2TblWholesome Yum Honey Substitute
1/4CupOlive Oil
1TblDijon Mustard
2ClovesMinced Garlic
Salt/Pepper to Taste
For the Quinoa Salad
3CupsCooked Quinoa
1.5Tbl Spiceology Chile Margarita Seasoning
3CupsFrozen Sweet Corn, Defrosted
2LargePeaches, Chopped or Sliced or a Combo of Each
1CupCherry Tomatoes, Halved or Whole
2Avocadoes, Sliced, or Chopped
1/2CupRed Onion, Diced
1/4CupCandied Jalapenos (Link in Post) Can use raw too
6OuncesFat Free Feta Cheese Crumbles
Instructions
For the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until well combined. Add olive oil while continuing to whisk until the dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to dress the salad.
For The Salad
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa and Spiceology Chile Margarita seasoning. Mix well to ensure the quinoa is evenly coated with the seasoning. Add the corn kernels, chopped peaches, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped avocados, red onion, and candied or pickled jalapeños to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
Pour the champagne vinegar and honey dressing over the salad. Toss thoroughly to ensure everything is well coated with the dressing. Generously sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad. Serve immediately. Can be enjoyed at room temperature or cold.
This makes 15 servings. Each serving size is approximately 2/3 cup. On WW each serving (including dressing) is 4 WW Points. Enjoy
ALSO - This can be used not only as a salad, but as a dip using scoops, crackers or flatbread, etc.