Peach Quinoa Salad with Corn and Feta
This refreshing Mediterranean-style salad combines fluffy quinoa, sweet juicy peaches, crisp corn, tangy feta, and fresh herbs — all tossed in a light lemon-honey dressing. It’s colorful, nutritious, and perfect as a side or light main dish.
⏱️ Total Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Salad:
1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
2 cups water or vegetable broth
2 ripe peaches, sliced or diced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, grilled, or frozen-thawed)
½ small red onion, finely sliced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup fresh basil or mint leaves, chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: ¼ cup toasted almonds, pecans, or pistachios for crunch
For the Lemon-Honey Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan version)
½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for mild tang)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Quinoa
1. Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness.
2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water (or broth) and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Fluff with a fork and let cool to room temperature.
Step 2: Prepare the Dressing
1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
1. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, corn, peaches, red onion, herbs, and feta.
2. Drizzle with the lemon-honey dressing.
3. Toss gently to combine — don’t mash the peaches.
Step 4: Serve
Transfer to a serving bowl, top with extra feta, herbs, and nuts if desired.
Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.
Notes & Tips
Grill the corn and peaches for a smoky flavor.
This salad keeps well in the fridge for 2 days — perfect for meal prep.
Substitute bulgur, couscous, or farro instead of quinoa if preferred.
Add arugula or baby spinach for extra greens.
️ Serving Ideas
Serve with grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for a protein boost.
Pair with a glass of iced mint tea or sparkling water with lemon.
⚖️ Nutritional Information
Calories: 350 kcal
Protein: 10g
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g