Description
Experience a burst of freshness with this Easy Japanese Edamame Salad. This vibrant dish combines protein-rich edamame, crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a light soy-sesame dressing. Perfect as a quick lunch or a side for dinner, this salad is not only nutritious but also visually stunning. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a healthy meal that’s ideal for busy days or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled edamame (frozen)
- 1 medium cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen edamame in warm water for about five minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Slice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the edamame, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and sesame oil until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about ten minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg