Description
A fresh and crunchy Edamame Salad combining tender edamame beans with crisp vegetables and a flavorful sesame-ginger dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, this salad is vibrant, nutritious, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 cups shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup carrot, julienned or shredded
- 1 cup cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup English or Persian cucumber, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Edamame: If using frozen edamame, defrost by running them under cold water or submerging the colander in water. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the edamame, and cook for 3-5 minutes following package instructions. Drain and cool, using cold water to speed the process.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked edamame with shredded carrot, shredded cabbage, diced cucumber, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, extra virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, and grated fresh ginger until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Cover and let rest for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Toss the salad again before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust the dressing to taste. For a sweeter dressing, add more honey; for a tangier profile, increase rice vinegar.
- Check seasoning after tossing and add more soy sauce if desired.
- Nutrition information is an approximate estimate per serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 238
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Edamame Salad, fresh salad, crunchy vegetables, Asian dressing, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad
