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Cucumber Edamame Salad

Cucumber Edamame Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

A quick and nutritious Cucumber Edamame Salad, perfect for summer gatherings, featuring fresh ingredients and a zesty Asian-inspired dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 cup Edamame cooked and cooled
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., cilantro or parsley
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Sesame Oil or canola for a neutral flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup can replace with honey or omit
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Crunch or sriracha
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and chop your choice of fresh herbs.
  2. If using frozen edamame, cook according to the package instructions, then drain and let cool.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine sesame oil, rice vinegar, tamari, maple syrup, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chili crunch. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, toss together cucumbers, cooked edamame, and chopped herbs.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently to combine.
  6. Let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes or refrigerate for up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor. Dress only before serving if prepared in advance to maintain crispness.

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