Native Peruvian Recipe
Make Native Peruvian Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cooking Quinoa
Rinse Quinoa
Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove its natural coating, called saponin, which can be bitter.
Fluff Quinoa
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Then fluff quinoa with a fork and set aside.
Preparing Vegetables
Chop Vegetables
Dice the red bell pepper and red onion into small pieces. Set aside.
Chop Cilantro
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.
Mixing the Salad
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, boiled potatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Season Salad
Drizzle with olive oil, squeeze the lime juice over the mixture, and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Serving
Plate and Garnish
Serve the salad in bowls. If desired, top with sliced avocado and crumbled feta cheese for added flavor.
Enjoy
Enjoy your Native Peruvian salad as a standalone dish or as a side with grilled meats!