Low Sodium Edamame Salad

Bright, refreshing, and incredibly nutritious, this Low Sodium Edamame Salad is the perfect guilt-free addition to your healthy eating repertoire. Packed with vibrant ingredients like crisp red bell peppers, crunchy carrots, cool cucumbers, and protein-rich edamame, this salad bursts with vibrant colors and fresh flavors. The zesty lime juice and a hint of fresh ginger in the light, homemade dressing enhance every bite, while optional sesame seeds add a touch of nutty texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick yet satisfying salad is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or a wholesome side dish. Low in sodium but rich in flavor, it’s a heart-smart choice for anyone looking to eat clean and feel great.

Nutriscore Rating: 89/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups edamame (shelled)
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the shelled edamame and cook for 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the edamame is cooling, dice the red bell pepper, peel and shred the carrot, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked edamame, red bell pepper, carrot, cucumber, and red onion.

Step 4

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

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, freshly grated ginger, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top for added texture.

Step 8

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	929.3

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 75.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 53.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 431.2mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2714.6mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 30.1%