Quick Roasted Edamame Salad: Flavorful Meal Prep for All
Quick Roasted Edamame Salad is a delectable and nutritious meal prep option, packed with flavor and perfect for a healthy lunch.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- - Cutting board
- - Knife
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 cups edamame, shelled frozen or fresh
- 2 medium carrots shredded into matchsticks
- 1 cup roasted red peppers sliced into strips
- 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil mild-flavored variety
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar Marukan brand recommended
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar adjust according to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
For Topping
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds briefly toasted
Instructions
How to Make Quick Roasted Edamame Salad
- Soak your frozen shelled edamame in hot water for about 1 hour. Shred carrots, slice roasted red peppers, chop scallions, and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and grated ginger for the dressing.
- Drain the edamame and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine drained edamame, shredded carrots, sliced roasted red peppers, chopped scallions, and minced garlic.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and mix gently before serving.
Notes
Optional: Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for extra zing.