Description
Asian Edamame Peanut Crunch Salad is a delightful blend of fresh, crunchy vegetables and protein-packed edamame, all enveloped in a creamy peanut dressing that gives it that extra zing. Perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch at home, this salad showcases vibrant colors and flavors that are sure to impress. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a nutritious dish that’s not only filling but also visually appealing. Customize with your favorite nuts or veggies to suit your taste and enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 pound frozen edamame (shelled)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 cups finely chopped kale
- 2 large carrots (grated)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup roasted cashews (or peanuts)
- Dressing: peanut butter, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sriracha
Instructions
- Cook quinoa: Rinse and boil with water until fluffy.
- Prepare edamame: Microwave or steam until warm.
- Chop vegetables: Shred cabbage, chop kale and scallions, and grate carrots.
- Cool ingredients: Let quinoa and edamame cool before mixing.
- Make dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Mix salad: In a bowl, combine quinoa, edamame, vegetables, and dressing; toss well.
- Serve: Top with roasted cashews and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg