Edamame, Carrot, and Cucumber Salad with Spicy Ginger Dressing Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Edamame, Carrot, and Cucumber Salad featuring crunchy vegetables tossed with a flavorful, tangy dressing made from canola oil, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, and fresh ginger. This easy no-cook dish is perfect as a light side or a healthy snack, garnished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Salad
- 2 cups edamame (cooked and cooled)
- 1 heaping cup matchstick carrots (cut in half if long)
- 1 English cucumber (cut in half lengthwise then thinly sliced into half-moons)
- Sesame seeds (for serving)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/2 tablespoon spicy chili and garlic sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (or substitute about 1/3 teaspoon of ground ginger)
Instructions
- Combine the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the cooked and cooled edamame with the matchstick carrots and sliced cucumber, ensuring all the veggies are evenly distributed.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, add canola oil, rice wine vinegar, low-sodium soy sauce, spicy chili and garlic sauce, and fresh grated ginger. Cover and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well blended into a cohesive dressing.
- Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the edamame and vegetable mixture, stirring carefully to coat all the ingredients evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the salad generously with sesame seeds for added texture and nutty flavor, then serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light snack.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the amount of spicy chili and garlic sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- If fresh ginger is unavailable, substitute with ground ginger as noted.
- For a vegan and vegetarian-friendly dish, verify that your chili and garlic sauce contains no animal products.
- Can be served chilled; refrigerate before serving for a colder salad.
Keywords: Edamame salad, carrot cucumber salad, Asian salad, no-cook salad, healthy side dish, easy salad recipe
