Quick Roasted Edamame Salad: Your New Healthy Crave
Quick Roasted Edamame Salad is a protein-packed powerhouse, perfect for a nutritious lunch or as a side dish.
Equipment
- bowl
- Whisk
- large serving bowl
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups shelled edamame fresh or frozen
- 1 cup hot water for soaking
- 2 medium carrots shredded into matchsticks
- 1 cup roasted red peppers jarred or homemade
- 2 scallions minced
- 2 cloves garlic freshly pressed
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds toast before serving
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil California Olive Ranch recommended
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar Marukan brand ideal
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Begin by shredding the carrots into matchsticks, slicing the roasted red peppers, mincing the scallions, and pressing the garlic.
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and freshly grated ginger. Whisk together until well blended.
- Pour hot water over the shelled edamame and let it soak for about 1 hour, then drain and pat dry.
- In a large serving bowl, mix the soaked edamame, shredded carrots, roasted red peppers, minced scallions, and pressed garlic. Toss gently.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy immediately or chill for later!
Notes
Dress the salad just before serving to maintain the crispness of the vegetables.