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Quinoa Corn Layered Salad

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Try out my newest layered salad! My Quinoa Corn Layered Salad is making heads spin with this light, refreshing combo of blueberries, corn, quinoa, cucumber, and marinated chickpeas. Bathed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette, it's the perfect vegan, gluten-free, oil-free dish to impress.
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The Salad that dresses itself is the new name for my famous Layered Salads and I am alright with it! Have you tried one yet? They’ve become one of my most viral creations, and why wouldn’t they?

With layers upon layers of vibrant ingredients, not only are they a visual treat but also an actual joy to make. From my past layered salads, which many of you have tried and loved, comes another masterpiece: The Quinoa Corn Layered Salad.

Now, I’ve always emphasized the importance of not just a dish’s taste but also its presentation. The canister plays a pivotal role here. It’s not just any container; it’s a canvas where ingredients come alive. If you’re new to the world of layered salads or are looking for that perfect canister to showcase your creation, here is where you can grab your own!

jackie akerberg of jackfruitful in a kitchen with a viral layered salad in a clear glass canister.

Diving into the recipe, the chickpeas marinate beautifully in the tangy oil-free dressing. While they soak up the flavors, the other ingredients, like crisp blueberries, sweet corn, nutty quinoa, and crunchy cucumber, retain their freshness. Every bite offers a burst of different textures and flavors.

Quinoa Corn Layered Salad Ingredients

  • chickpeas
  • sweet corn kernels
  • english cucumber
  • quinoa
  • fresh blueberries
  • green onions
  • basil or parsley
  • sliced almonds

Sweet and Tangy Lemon Vinaigrette

  • lemons
  • apple cider vinegar
  • roasted tahini
  • maple syrup
  • dijon mustard
  • garlic powder

 

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What You Will Need

Large Glass Canister

Large White Salad Bowl

the viral layered salad tossed in a wooden bowl
jackie akerberg of jackfruitful in a kitchen with a viral layered salad in a clear glass canister.

The assembly is a joyous process, and when you’re ready to serve, just tip the canister upside down into a large bowl. The salad dresses itself! It’s magic, culinary magic. This layered salad is vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free. Plus, it’s as nourishing as it is delicious, thanks to the protein-packed chickpeas and the nutrient-dense blueberries and quinoa.

I sincerely hope you’ll give this recipe a try and find out for yourself why I believe it’s bound to be a fan favorite. If you’re curious about any other layered flavor combinations be sure to click the link here to see all my other layered salad recipes!

Jackie Akerberg

Author of the Clean Vegan Cookbook, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer from Des Moines, Iowa. 

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a canister filled with different layers of ingredients for this quinoa corn layered salad that is is viral layered salad.
Jackie Akerberg

Quinoa Corn Layered Salad

4.75 from 4 votes
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This one is extra light and refreshing and full of vibrant delicious flavor. Crisp blueberries, tender sweet corn, nutty quinoa, crisp cucumber, and protein rich chickpeas! The chickpeas marinate in the flavor of the tangy oil-free dressing and all the other ingredients stay perfectly crisp.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course, Salad

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 14oz cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups sweet corn kernels
  • 1 english cucumber, chopped
  • 1 cup dry quinoa, cooked and cooled
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup finely chopped basil or parsley
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
Sweet and Tangy Lemon Vinaigrette Ingredients
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp roasted tahini
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Add all of the ingredients for the dressing to a jar and whisk to combine. Season to taste. Carefully pour in the bottom of the canister. Layer the remaining ingredients in the order listed above. Store in the fridge until you're ready to serve. This salad is best prepared at least 2 hours in advance, preferably overnight, so the chickpeas get to marinate in the dressing.
  2. When you're ready to serve, tip the canister upside down into a large bowl and it dresses itself! Enjoy!

Notes

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*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.

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11 Responses

  1. 5 stars
    This is one of the most delicious salads I’ve ever had in my life! Plus it’s simple to make, so healthy, looks gorgeous, and is such a crowd pleaser when you dump it all out and mix! Thank you for all your amazing recipes!

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  2. 5 stars
    Loved the quinoa corn layered salad. So easy to transport and the crowd loved it!❤️ thank you so much!!!

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  4. “1 cup quinoa cooked and cooled…” – I’m just double checking whether this means 1 c. of cooked quinoa or 1 c. of dry quinoa which equals much more when cooked.

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  5. The canister in your picture appears much larger than the one in Amazon. How many does the salad feed?

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4.75 from 4 votes (1 rating without comment)

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