Edamame Pasta Salad with Tahini Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Edamame Pasta Salad with Tahini Dressing! Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a light yet satisfying lunch, this recipe combines protein-packed edamame pasta with a medley of fresh, colorful veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and red onion. The creamy, zesty tahini dressing, infused with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of maple syrup, ties everything together with a luscious, nutty flavor. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is a plant-based, gluten-free delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Serve it chilled for a refreshing twist and enjoy a salad that’s as nourishing as it is crave-worthy.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Edamame pasta (dry)
- 1 cup Shelled edamame (cooked)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Cucumber (diced)
- 0.5 cup Carrot (shredded)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tbsp Tahini
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Maple syrup
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the edamame pasta according to the package instructions, typically 6–8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and water. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Add a bit more water if you desire a thinner consistency.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, shelled edamame, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, shredded carrot, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Step 4
Pour the tahini dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the dressing.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a little more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
Step 6
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1225.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1847.8 |
| Total Fat 82.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1347.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 53.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 42.8g | |
| Protein 141.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4186.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 16099.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6552.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories