Crispy Cucumber Edamame Salad for a Refreshing Summer Treat
Crispy Cucumber Edamame Salad is the ultimate refreshing summer treat that brings vibrant flavors and a satisfying crunch to your table. This delightful dish combines fresh, cool cucumbers with protein-packed edamame, making it both nutritious and delicious. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a quick lunch option, this salad is enhanced by a zesty dressing that features garlic and ginger. Its colorful presentation and fresh herbs make it an inviting addition to any meal. Plus, with just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip it up effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 0.5 cups fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon chili crunch
Instructions
- Wash and chop cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook edamame according to package instructions; drain and cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and chili crunch.
- Combine cucumbers, edamame, and chopped herbs in a large bowl; pour dressing over the mixture.
- Toss gently until ingredients are coated. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg