Soltero de queso is a traditional salad originating from Arequipa. Although there are as many versions of soltero de queso as there are cooks, this refreshing salad is usually made with a combination of fava beans, onions, tomatoes, corn, diced queso fresco, rocoto pepper, red or white wine vinegar, olive oil, olives, parsley, salt, and pepper.

The ingredients are coarsely chopped, then combined in a bowl and served. This healthy salad is praised because it's easy and cheap to make.