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Protein Packed Edamame Salad

Delicious Protein Packed Edamame Salad Recipe for Healthy Eating

This Protein Packed Edamame Salad combines vibrant veggies and edamame for a nutritious and delicious dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups edamame fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • pot
  • Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water in a pot, add edamame, and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While edamame cools, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked edamame with chopped vegetables. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently until well combined.
  5. For enhanced flavor, chill for 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 9gFat: 12g

Notes

Customize with avocado, feta cheese, or grilled chicken for added flavor and protein.

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