Grilled Corn and Chedder Quinoa

Grilled Corn + Cheddar Quinoa

serves 4-6

1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

4 ears of sweet corn, grilled

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons butter

4 ounces cheddar cheese, freshly grated

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Preheat your grill on the highest setting. Shuck corn ears and brush each with olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Wrap each in a square of aluminum foil – just so there is one layer cover the corn. Grill for about 5 minutes each “side” – rotating corn 4-5 times during grilling.

Once corn has cooled, cut the kernels off the cob.

Add quinoa and chicken stock to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, cover and let cool for 15-18 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Immediately stir in butter, cheddar and remaining salt and pepper. Add in corn and stir to combine, then top with a bit of fresh cilantro. Serve!

P.S. this is also wonderful with jalapenos! I did that. Later. By accident.