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Asian Edamame Salad

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Our Asian Edamame Salad is full of flavor and crunch! Super easy to make, it tastes amazing with our Japanese Sesame Ginger dressing!

bowl of tossed cucumbers and edamame beans with soy salad dressing.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Are you looking for a delicious, easy to prepare and incredibly nutritious salad? Look no further than this Asian inspired cucumber edamame salad!

With its vibrant colors and satisfying texture, everyone at the table will be sure to love this easy to make Asian cucumber salad recipe! Get ready to learn more about the incredible benefits of this power food and find out how you can make your own delicious edamame salad right in your own kitchen!

This Asian cucumber salad recipe goes perfectly with our Teriyaki Chicken Skewers and Kimbap - Korean "Sushi" Rolls.

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Edamame Salad Ingredients

This delicious, sliced cucumber & edamame salad recipe takes only minutes to make and is packed full of nutritious ingredients.

You can prepare it ahead of time for an easy weeknight meal or enjoy it as a side dish to any special occasion - either way, it will be sure to add flavor and nutrition to the plate!

For the Cucumber Edamame Salad

  • Cucumber - English, sliced paper thin.
  • Edamame - fresh or frozen. Use frozen baby lima beans if you can't find Edamame beans.
  • Green Onion - sliced.

For the Japanese Sesame Ginger Dressing

  • Rice Vinegar, any flavor - sometimes also labeled Rice Wine Vinegar.
  • Lime Juice - fresh or refrigerated.
  • Toasted Sesame Oil - keep any sesame seed oil refrigerated so it does not turn rancid.
  • Honey - any kind of honey will work.
  • Ginger - ground or fresh.
  • Garlic - granules or fresh grated.
  • White Pepper - ground
  • Sesame Seeds - raw or toasted.

ingredients for making cucumber and edamame salad.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make an Asian Edamame Salad

Do you want to give your lunches and dinners a bit of an Asian flair? If so, then you'll love this delicious Asian Edamame Salad. Filled with the most vibrant colors from edamame beans, crunchy cucumbers, and a Japanese sesame dressing, this irresistible salad is sure to become a hit on your dinner table!

Whether you're trying out new flavors or adding something special to your favorite recipe rotation - this Asian Edamame Salad checks all the boxes.

Prepare the Ginger Sesame Dressing

  1. In a medium size bowl, add the rice vinegar, lime juice, toasted sesame seed oil, honey, ground or fresh ginger, and the ground or fresh garlic. Whisk well until everything is combined.
mixing ingredients in a bowl for a salad dressing.

Add Sliced Cucumbers

  1. Slice the cucumber very thin and add to a large bowl.

  2. Add one or two sliced green onions and add to the bowl.
salted cucumbers wilting in a bowl for a salad.

Add Fresh or Frozen Edamame Beans

  1. Toss in the edamame seeds and toss with the Japanese Sesame dressing to coat all the vegetables.
fresh or frozen edamame beans added to bowl with cucumber slices.

Toss with Ginger Sesame Dressing & Garnish

  1. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and serve immediately. You can use raw, toasted, or a blend of white and black sesame seeds.
sesame seeds added to bowl of sliced cucumber and edamame beans.

Serving Suggestions

Try adding this Asian inspired cucumber edamame salad to any meal plan or use it as an appetizer when entertaining guests, you won’t be disappointed!

Asian edamame salad goes perfectly with our Korean Beef Bulgogi, Won Ton Soup, and Steamed Mantou Buns.

bowl of tossed cucumbers and edamame beans with soy salad dressing.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Substitutions

If you can't find fresh or frozen edamame beans, the next best substitute is frozen baby lima beans.

Variations

  • Spicy Cucumber Edamame salad - add chili pepper flakes to the salad dressing before tossing with the cucumber edamame salad.

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this dish.

Storage

Wrap any leftover edamame salad and store in the refrigerator. Consume right way, as after 24 hours the cucumbers will be wilted.

Tips for Success

  • Make 30 minutes before serving so that the Japanese Sesame salad dressing develops with the cucumbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this edamame salad?

No, cucumbers turn soft and mushy when frozen.

Is edamame the same as a soy bean?

Edamame beans are whole, immature soybeans, sometimes referred to as vegetable-type soybeans. They are bright green and look similar to frozen baby lima beans. They differ in color from regular soybeans, which are typically light brown, tan, or beige.

Food Safety

  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat.
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
  • Never leave cooking food unattended.
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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Asian Edamame Salad

This Asian Edamame Salad not only tastes amazing with its Japanese sesame salad dressing, but it also provides an unbeatable source of vitamins and minerals. Even better, it’s so simple to make!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian American
Servings: 4
Calories: 43kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom

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Ingredients

For Cucumber Edamame Salad

  • 1 large cucumber long English type, sliced thinly
  • 1½ edamame fresh or frozen
  • 2 green onion sliced

Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing

  • 3 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1½ tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoon sesame oil toasted
  • 2 teaspoon honey any variety
  • 1 teaspoon ginger , (ground or 2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger)
  • garlic , (ground or 2 freshly grated cloves)
  • pepper white or black
  • sesame seeds toasted is best.
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a medium size bowl, add the rice vinegar, lime juice, toasted sesame seed oil, honey, ground or fresh ginger, and the ground or fresh garlic. Whisk well until everything is combined.
    3 tablespoon Rice Vinegar, 1½ tablespoon lime juice, 2 teaspoon sesame oil, 2 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon ginger, garlic, pepper
  • Slice the cucumber very thin and add to a large bowl. Slice one or two green onions up and add next.
    1 large cucumber, 2 green onion
  • Toss in the edamame seeds and toss with the Japanese Sesame salad dressing to coat all the vegetables. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and serve immediately.
    1½ edamame, 2 teaspoon sesame oil

Notes

Make 30 minutes before serving so that the Japanese Sesame salad dressing develops with the cucumbers.

Nutrition

Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 113IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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