Description
Crispy Cucumber Edamame Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for hot summer days. This quick and easy salad features crunchy cucumbers and tender edamame, combined with fresh herbs and a zesty dressing that elevates its flavor profile. Not only is it packed with nutrients, but it also serves as a colorful centerpiece for any summer gathering, making it an ideal choice for potlucks or light lunches. Enjoy this nutritious bowl of goodness that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 0.5 cups fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
Instructions
- Wash and chop cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook shelled edamame in boiling water until tender; drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and seasoning.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, edamame, and herbs; pour the dressing on top.
- Toss gently until all ingredients are well-coated; let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg