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Cucumber Edamame Salad

Cucumber Edamame Salad That's Cool, Crisp, and Flavorful

Enjoy a refreshing Cucumber Edamame Salad, a vibrant blend of cool cucumbers and tender edamame that's perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English cucumbers Diced
  • 1 cup Edamame Cooked and cooled
  • 0.5 cup Fresh herbs (cilantro & parsley) Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Oil Canola or sesame
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari Gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Toasted for best results
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Substitute with honey if desired
  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh and minced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger Grated
  • 1 teaspoon Chili crunch Substitute with sriracha if less spice is preferred
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice two English cucumbers into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. If using frozen edamame, cook them according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes in boiling water, then drain and cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of oil, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of tamari. Add sesame oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili crunch, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  4. In the large bowl with diced cucumbers, toss in the cooled edamame and chopped fresh herbs. Gently fold these ingredients together.
  5. Slowly pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is coated with dressing.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container, refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store dressing separately if preparing ahead. No reheating necessary; serve cold.

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