Low Carb Edamame Salad

Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor, this Low Carb Edamame Salad is the perfect guilt-free dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender edamame, crisp cucumber, crunchy red bell pepper, and a hint of red onion, this salad is tossed in a zesty blend of lime juice, rice vinegar, and soy sauce for an irresistible umami kick. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh cilantro takes this dish to the next level, offering a burst of texture and herbal freshness. Ideal as a light lunch, side dish, or meal prep option, this low-carb salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Plus, it’s quick, easy, and loaded with plant-based protein, making it a must-try for health-conscious foodies!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups edamame (shelled)
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 medium garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the edamame, and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the edamame is cooling, finely chop the cucumber and red bell pepper into small cubes and thinly slice the red onion. Place them all in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Once the edamame has cooled, add it to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top just before serving for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030.2

Total Fat 68.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1800.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.2g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.2mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 2570.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 24.2%