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Cucumber Edamame Salad

Cucumber Edamame Salad: A Refreshing Vegan Summer Delight

Cucumber Edamame Salad is a vibrant, refreshing, and vegan-friendly dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Choose firm ones for the best crunch.
  • 1 cup Shelled and cooked edamame Look for frozen varieties.
  • 1 handful Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) Feel free to substitute based on taste.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Rice vinegar Can be swapped with apple cider vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari Or soy sauce for a non-gluten option.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Can be replaced with olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Optional for sweetness.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger Finely grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili crunch Sriracha or chili paste can be alternatives.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of tamari, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil until well combined. Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon of finely grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon of chili crunch. Continue whisking until the dressing is smooth.
  2. Wash 2 medium cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into bite-sized cubes. Pour 1 cup of shelled and cooked edamame into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the diced cucumbers and edamame into the large bowl, then chop a handful of fresh herbs and toss everything together.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Use fresh garlic and ginger when possible.

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