Description
Cucumber Edamame Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This easy-to-make salad features crisp cucumbers and protein-rich edamame tossed in a zesty dressing, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues, light lunches, or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 English cucumbers (small diced)
- 1 (12 oz) package shelled edamame (thawed overnight)
- 1 cup chopped green onion
- 1 handful chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup neutral oil
- 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chili onion crunch or chili paste
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Dice the cucumbers into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add the thawed edamame, chopped green onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg