Description
Edamame Salad with Sesame Dressing is a fresh, crunchy, and protein-packed salad featuring shelled edamame, crisp vegetables, and a flavorful sesame soy dressing. It’s perfect as a side dish, lunch, or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups shelled edamame (cooked and cooled)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (white or black)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
- For the sesame dressing:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the edamame, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, cucumber, green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro if using.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together all ingredients for the sesame dressing until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make it a meal by adding cooked quinoa or brown rice.
- For extra crunch, top with chopped peanuts or crispy wonton strips.
- This salad stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use tamari to make it gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: edamame salad, sesame dressing, Asian salad, vegan protein salad, healthy side dish