Edamame Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Edamame Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe brings together the nutty flavors of edamame and sweet corn, brightened by a zesty homemade cilantro lime dressing. Ideal as a refreshing side for summer barbecues or a light lunch, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious. With its colorful ingredients and rich textures, it’s sure to delight both your taste buds and your guests. Enjoy it on its own or paired with grilled proteins for a wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shelled edamame
- 2 cups frozen organic corn
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup chopped green onion
- Cilantro for garnish
- For the dressing: lime juice, avocado oil, red apple vinegar, honey (or agave), sea salt, black pepper, cumin
Instructions
- 1. Cook shelled edamame according to package instructions. If using pods, boil them in water until tender and pop out the soybeans into a bowl.
- 2. While the edamame cooks, steam or sauté frozen corn until heated through.
- 3. Chop red bell pepper, red onion, and green onion; combine with the cooked edamame and corn in a large bowl.
- 4. To make the dressing, mix lime juice, avocado oil, red apple vinegar, cilantro leaves, honey (or alternative), sea salt, black pepper, and cumin in a mason jar. Shake well to combine.
- 5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg