Cucumber Edamame Salad
Cucumber Edamame Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for meal prep or as a side at your next gathering. Bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables, protein-packed edamame, and creamy avocado, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also nutritious and satisfying. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad that stays fresh in the fridge for days. Enjoy it on its own for a light lunch, or pair it with grilled chicken or turkey for a heartier meal. With its crunchy texture and zesty dressing, Cucumber Edamame Salad is sure to become your new favorite make-ahead recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 0.25 cup Avocado Oil
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lower-Sodium Tamari/Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 lb Cucumbers
- 1 cup Shelled Edamame
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Green Onion
- 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds
- a pinch Red Pepper Flakes
- 2–3 tablespoons Fresh Basil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together avocado oil, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, tamari/soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
- Slice cucumbers into rounds or half moons and cube the avocado.
- Combine cucumbers, shelled edamame, avocado cubes, green onions, and toasted sesame seeds in a large bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 225mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg