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Edamame Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and nutritious Edamame Salad featuring shelled edamame, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful soy-ginger dressing, perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.

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

  1. Prepare Edamame: If using frozen edamame, defrost and cook them by placing in a colander and rinsing under running water or submerging in water in a bowl.
  2. Cook Edamame: Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the edamame, and cook for 3-5 minutes or according to package instructions. Drain and cool, either by letting them sit or running cold water over them.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked edamame, shredded carrot, shredded cabbage, diced cucumber, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.
  4. Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, olive oil, rice vinegar, honey, and grated fresh ginger until well combined.
  5. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  6. Let Salad Rest: Cover the bowl and let the salad rest for at least 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors.
  7. Serve: Give the salad a quick toss before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Honey in the dressing can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • If fresh edamame is unavailable, frozen edamame works perfectly with appropriate cooking.
  • Letting the salad rest enhances the flavor absorption of the dressing into the vegetables.

Keywords: Edamame Salad, Healthy Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Asian Salad, Vegetable Salad, Light Side Dish

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