Cucumber Edamame Salad: Your New Favorite Make-Ahead Dish
Cucumber Edamame Salad: Your New Favorite Make-Ahead Dish is a vibrant and refreshing salad that’s perfect for meal prep. With a delightful combination of crunchy cucumbers, protein-packed edamame, and creamy avocado, this salad bursts with flavor while remaining light and nutritious. Perfect for lunchboxes, summer picnics, or as a side dish at gatherings, it’s easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. The zesty dressing elevates the taste, making it an irresistible option for health-conscious food lovers. Enjoy this salad chilled or at room temperature for a satisfying meal any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup shelled edamame (thawed)
- 1 large avocado (cubed)
- 0.25 cup avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lower-sodium tamari/soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together avocado oil, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, tamari/soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Slice cucumbers into rounds or half moons. Cube the avocado and thinly slice the green onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped cucumbers, avocado, green onion, and shelled edamame. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately or chill for up to 24 hours for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg