Description
Prepare this simple, protein-rich edamame salad quickly. It features crisp vegetables and a bright sesame ginger dressing, making it perfect for a healthy lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shelled, cooked edamame
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the shelled edamame, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and honey until well combined. This is your dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable and edamame mixture.
- Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro, if using.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For meal prep, store the dressing separately and combine just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp.
- If you prefer a peanut flavor, substitute 1 tablespoon of peanut butter for the honey in the dressing.
- Use frozen edamame; thaw and cook according to package directions before using.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 0