Cucumber Edamame Salad with Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette
This perfectly delicious Cucumber Edamame Salad with Ginger-Soy Vinaigrette is my latest obsession. The vinaigrette is perfectly balanced over these spiralized cucumber noodles and protein rich edamame. It’s the perfect side dish. (Recipe by noblepig.com)
Servings 4 servings
Calories 139kcal
Ingredients
- 4 English cucumbers, spiralized or very thinly sliced
- 2 cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, deviened and chopped
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1.5 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp ginger paste
- 1.5 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tsp fresh garlic
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp each: toasted sesame seeds and black sesame seeds garnish
Instructions
- Spiralize or very thinly slice your cucumbers, soaking up any excess liquid with a paper towel, just until they are not so wet. Toss together cucumbers, edamame, red bell pepper and jalapeno in a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a small bowl or mason jar, add all ingredients for the vinaigrette and shake or whisk well. Pour dressing into the cucumber mixture and toss well. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve within 24 hours for best results.
- Note: The texture of the cucumbers when spiralized is preferred. I highly suggest it.
Notes
There are loads of ways to get enough protein without eating meat! If you are dieting using my 5 Week Challenge, keep aside the serving that suits your calories and macros when creating this recipe for your family. It's okay to indulge in a bit of the vinaigrette. Calories for 1/2 cup edamame beans & 1/4 cup red bell peppers:
139 calories | 39% protein (12g) / 52% carbs (16g) / 10% fats (3g)
139 calories | 39% protein (12g) / 52% carbs (16g) / 10% fats (3g)