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Cucumber Edamame Salad

Vibrant Cucumber Edamame Salad for a Refreshing Boost

This Cucumber Edamame Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish perfect for warm days, packed with flavors and health benefits.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 English cucumbers diced
  • 1 cup edamame shelled, cooked
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 handful fresh parsley finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup canola oil or sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon chili crunch or sriracha
  • to taste salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dice two English cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. If using frozen edamame, cook according to package instructions, typically boiling for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and cool before adding to the cucumbers.
  3. In a small bowl, combine canola oil, rice vinegar, tamari, toasted sesame oil, and maple syrup. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and whisk together until smooth.
  4. In the large bowl with cucumbers, add shelled edamame and chopped herbs. Gently fold everything together with a spatula.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best taste, dress the salad just before serving. Make sure to use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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