Middle Eastern Edamame Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
10 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Middle Eastern inspired edamame salad has become my go to dish whenever I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Ready in just thirty minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Edamame is packed with plant based protein and fiber, making it an incredibly nourishing choice that keeps you feeling full. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity: just toss together crisp vegetables, salty feta, and a zesty lemon garlic dressing brightened with warm cumin. It's budget friendly too, since edamame is so affordable, and all the ingredients are easy to find at any grocery store.
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Ingredients
- 400edamame
- 300 slicedcucumber
- 150 crumbledfeta cheese(salted)
- 100 thinly slicedred onion
- 50 choppedparsley
- 60 freshly squeezedlemon juice(optional)
- 120 olive oilolive oil
- 2 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 1 teaspooncumin
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the edamame in salted water until tender, then drain and chill.
Tip: To speed up the process, you can blanch the edamame in boiling water for 3-5 minutes.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the cooled edamame, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.
Tip: Make sure to adjust the amount of feta cheese according to your taste.
- 3
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad and toss to combine.
Tip: You can also add a handful of chopped mint for an extra burst of flavor.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste.
- 5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add a tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt.
- 6
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Tip: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the salad to set.
- 7
Serve the Middle Eastern Edamame Salad chilled, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Tip: This salad is perfect as a side dish or a light lunch.
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