Chinese Edamame Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Chinese edamame salad is one of my go to recipes when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. With just forty minutes from start to finish, it comes together so easily, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last minute entertaining. The edamame are packed with plant based protein and fiber, so you're getting real nutrition in every bite. I love how the sesame oil and rice vinegar create this wonderful nutty dressing that brings all the fresh vegetables together beautifully. Best of all, the ingredients are affordable and easy to find at any grocery store, which means you can make this healthy dish regularly without breaking the bank.
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Ingredients
- 400edamame
- 200carrots
- 150cucumber
- 100red bell pepper
- 4scallions
- 20sesame oil(use for dressing)
- 10soy sauce(use for dressing)
- 10rice vinegar(use for dressing)
- 5honey(use for dressing)
- 20sesame seeds
- 2green onions
- 50toasted peanuts
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine edamame, carrots, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
Tip: Use your hands to massage the vegetables to release their juices.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey until well combined.
Tip: Adjust the dressing to taste.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Use a gentle touch to avoid bruising the vegetables.
- 4
Sprinkle sesame seeds and toasted peanuts over the salad.
Tip: Add extra crunch and flavor.
- 5
Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Tip: Add a pop of color and freshness.
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