Description
Quinoa Edamame Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that beautifully combines fluffy quinoa, crunchy edamame, and fresh veggies. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or as a healthy side at any meal. With its colorful presentation and satisfying flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests while also being a breeze to prepare. Enjoy it fresh or chilled for a refreshing taste experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- If using frozen edamame, boil in salted water for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, edamame, chopped veggies, and dressing. Mix gently until everything is coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg