Best South American Recipes

Ensalada Sierra (Andean quinoa salad) Recipe

35 mins

5 from 1 vote

Salads are great for integrating your daily dose of healthy greens into your meals. Check out these salad recipes to throw together a salad that’s not only healthy, but also delicious as well!

South American-style Quinoa with Fried Eggs Recipe

30 mins

5 from 1 vote

Who says vegetarians don't get to enjoy savory meals? A taste of these authentic vegetarian recipes will make you change your mind. So, you just might want to go vegetarian after your first bite.

Low Calorie Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup Recipe

6 hrs 15 mins

5 from 1 vote

A hearty and flavorful soup with a spicy kick, packed with healthy black beans and vegetables.

Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

1 hr

5 from 1 vote

These gluten-free stuffed bell peppers are filled with quinoa, veggies, and cheese for a hearty and healthy meal.

Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free) Recipe

35 mins

5 from 1 vote

This salad is packed with nutritious quinoa, fresh vegetables & herbs, and a zesty dressing.

Parsley Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

10 mins

5 from 1 vote

A vibrant, tangy and herbaceous sauce perfect for grilling meats and vegetables.

Whole Grain Quinoa Salad Recipe

30 mins

5 from 1 vote

A healthy salad made with whole grain quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing.

Quinoa Breakfast Bowl Recipe

40 mins

5 from 1 vote

A protein-packed breakfast bowl with quinoa, eggs, avocado, and veggies.

Shaved Beef with Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

25 mins

5 from 1 vote

Thinly sliced beef with tangy and herb-filled chimichurri sauce.

Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

1 hr

5 from 1 vote

Delicious and healthy stuffed bell peppers filled with a mixture of quinoa, veggies, and spices.

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad Recipe

30 mins

5 from 1 vote

A healthy and flavorful salad made with quinoa, black beans, veggies and spices.

Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup Recipe

6 hrs 15 mins

5 from 1 vote

A hearty and flavorful soup made with black beans, spices, and vegetables.

Instant Pot Black Bean Soup Recipe

50 mins

5 from 1 vote

A warm and hearty soup perfect for cooler weather.

Crockpot Black Bean Soup Recipe

8 hrs 15 mins

5 from 1 vote

A hearty and healthy black bean soup cooked in a crockpot with warm spices, veggies, and a dash of lime.

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad Recipe

30 mins

5 from 1 vote

A hearty vegetarian salad packed with roasted vegetables and protein-rich quinoa.

Black Bean Salad Recipe

15 mins

5 from 1 vote

A colorful and healthy salad made with black beans, vegetables, and a zesty dressing.

Pan de Yuca (Cassava Cheese Bread) Recipe

25 mins

5 from 1 vote

Sink your teeth into these warm and cheesy pan de yuca! They're Ecuadorian cheese breads made of yuca flour and packed with mozzarella.

Peruvian Potatoes Recipe

45 mins

5 from 1 vote

Make the humble potato interesting again with this recipe for Peruvian potatoes. The spuds are seasoned with oregano and garlic before being roasted.

Pisco Sour Cocktail Recipe

5 mins

5 from 1 vote

Pisco sour is a tart and sweet cocktail made with pisco, egg whites and lime juice, then garnished with Angostura bitters.

Grilled Gaucho Steak with 4-Herb Chimichurri Recipe

5 hrs 10 mins

5 from 1 vote

Add a Mexican flair to your grill nights with this gaucho steak recipe that is served with an herby and flavorful homemade chimichurri sauce.

grilled beef tenderloin fillets with chimichurri sauce recipe

Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filets with Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

45 mins

5 from 1 vote

Beef tenderloin fillets seasoned with paprika, cumin, and mustard are grilled until tender and served with a sauce of parsley, cilantro, and mint.

Quinoa Salad with Corn, Tomatoes and Avocado Recipe

50 mins

5 from 1 vote

Make lunch meals healthier with a bowl of this low-fat quinoa salad, packed with crunchy corn, juicy tomatoes, and jalapeño pepper, tossed in lime dressing!

Peruvian Shrimp-and-Corn Chowder Recipe

50 mins

5 from 1 vote

Plump shrimp, butternut squash, and tender potatoes makes up this richly creamy and luscious corn chowder! Whip up a filling serving in just under one hour.

Roasted Winter Squash with Cilantro Chimichurri Recipe

40 mins

5 from 1 vote

Simple and appetizing, this roasted winter squash is cooked until fork-tender, then served with a flavorful parsley and cilantro sauce.

Pisco Cup Recipe

5 mins

5 from 1 vote

Brimming with fruity tones, this refreshing pisco cup makes the perfect summertime drink with its mix of grape-like pisco and berry hints of ruby port.

Chimichurri Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe

1 hr 15 mins

5 from 1 vote

Filling and flavorful, these twice baked potatoes are paired with chimichurri, a green sauce made of oregano and parsley in olive oil, for a tasty side!

Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Soup Recipe

52 mins

5 from 1 vote

With the exciting taste of black beans, veggies, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and quinoa, this Spicy Black Bean and Quinoa Soup is deliciously healthy!

Chimichurri Beef and Rice Recipe

30 mins

5 from 1 vote

Packed full of flavor, this chimichurri beef and rice is seasoned with the Mexican equivalent of pesto and cooked with peppers and onions.

Quinoa Chili Recipe

48 mins

5 from 1 vote

Meatless Mondays just got more interesting with this quinoa chili recipe. It comes loaded with beans, veggies, and corn to make a nutritious comfort food.

Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Mango & Avocado Recipe

35 mins

5 from 1 vote

Quinoa is incorporated into this black bean salad for a more filling meal! It's also tossed in a mango, avocado, and honey-lime dressing for freshness.

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