Low Fat Edamame Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with nutrients, this Low Fat Edamame Salad is the perfect choice for a light yet satisfying dish. Featuring tender edamame, crisp cucumber, vibrant red bell pepper, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a touch of fragrant cilantro, every bite bursts with fresh, wholesome flavors. Tossed in a zesty lime and low-sodium soy sauce vinaigrette with a hint of sweetness, this salad is a guilt-free option for those seeking a low-fat, plant-based recipe. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal quick side dish, meal prep option, or healthy snack. Plus, it’s packed with protein and fiber, making it as nutritious as it is delicious. Try it chilled for a flavor-packed, vegan-friendly treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Edamame
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Honey or agave syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the edamame. If using frozen edamame, bring a pot of water to a boil, add the edamame, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

Step 2

While the edamame is cooling, wash and dice the cucumber and remove the seeds if preferred. Then, dice the red bell pepper into small pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the fresh cilantro. Slice the green onions into thin rounds, both the green and white parts.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled edamame, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions.

Step 4

Prepare the vinaigrette dressing in a small bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, rice vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, and honey or agave syrup. Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Serve immediately for a fresh and vibrant dish, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy this low-fat edamame salad as a side or a light, healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	600.9

Total Fat 25.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g
Cholesterol 6.4mg	0%
Sodium 1522.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 43.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.3mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 2434.6mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 38.3%