Description
Quinoa Edamame Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that transforms the traditional salad experience. This refreshing recipe combines fluffy quinoa, protein-packed edamame, and crunchy vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep, this colorful salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup shelled edamame (frozen)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- ½ red onion (finely diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a pot over medium heat, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover for about 15 minutes until tender.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, finely dice red onion, and chop cilantro.
- If using frozen edamame, microwave according to package instructions or boil in salted water for about 3-5 minutes until tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Fluff cooled quinoa with a fork in a large mixing bowl. Add chopped veggies and edamame, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg