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Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad

Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad: A Healthy Flavor Explosion

This Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad offers a vibrant mix of flavors and textures, making it a delightful healthy choice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Crisp Lettuce Substitute with spinach or kale for a different twist.
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Can be swapped with green cabbage or omitted.
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or grated are great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Substitute with chickpeas or omit for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Edamame Swap with black beans or green peas if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Peanuts Almonds or sunflower seeds work for a nut-free version.
  • 1 cup Crispy Wontons Can be replaced with tortilla strips or omitted entirely.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion Optional but recommended for extra flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended for extra flavor.
For the Peanut Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is a nice alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White vinegar or apple cider vinegar can also work.
  • 3 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce Opt for tamari sauce for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Peanut Butter Almond butter can be used for variety.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan alternative.
  • 1 clove Garlic Roasting it can yield a milder flavor.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Salad Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and chop the lettuce, red cabbage, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a blender, combine olive oil, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, and garlic. Blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until smooth.
  3. Gradually add water to achieve your desired dressing thickness while blending until well-combined and smooth.
  4. In the bowl with chopped vegetables, add the cooled quinoa, edamame, and salted peanuts. Gently toss the ingredients together.
  5. Drizzle the creamy peanut dressing over the tossed salad. Toss until thoroughly coated.
  6. Top your salad with crispy wontons, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, prep the salad ingredients separately and combine with dressing just before serving.

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