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A fresh bowl of cucumber edamame salad with sesame ginger dressing, featuring crisp cucumbers, edamame, and red onion.

Cucumber Edamame Salad with Sesame Ginger Flavor

A crisp, refreshing salad featuring crunchy cucumbers, protein-rich edamame, and a vibrant sesame ginger dressing that comes together in minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium English cucumbers about 1 lb total, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups shelled edamame thawed if frozen
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil like avocado or grapeseed
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, edamame, and red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, neutral oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture in the large bowl.
  4. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Just before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top and give it one final gentle toss.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.