Cucumber Edamame Salad: Your New Favorite Make-Ahead Dish
Cucumber Edamame Salad: Your New Favorite Make-Ahead Dish is a vibrant and refreshing salad that brings together the crispness of cucumbers, the nutty flavor of edamame, and creamy avocado in a delightful dressing. Perfect for busy weekdays or laid-back weekends, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. With its colorful ingredients and zesty flavors, it’s an excellent choice for meal prep or as a side dish for gatherings. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch that celebrates fresh produce while providing a healthy dose of protein. Elevate your lunch or dinner with this easy, make-ahead dish that promises to delight your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 Aleppo Pepper Flakes
- 2–3 tablespoons Fresh Basil (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together avocado oil, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, lower-sodium tamari/soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and Aleppo pepper flakes (if using).
- Slice cucumbers into rounds or half moons and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add thawed shelled edamame to the bowl.
- Gently fold in cubed avocado and sliced green onions.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg