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Edamame Quinoa Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing

Edamame Quinoa Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing Bliss

This Edamame Quinoa Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing is a vibrant, nutritious, and vegan-friendly meal perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth or Water
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame Fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Red Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional
  • 2 scallions Green Onions Sliced
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Seasoned Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Small Bowl or Jar
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, bring 1 cup of vegetable broth or water to a rolling boil, then add ½ cup of rinsed quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the dressing by combining 2 tablespoons of seasoned rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of reduced-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, add 2 cups of shredded red cabbage, sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon of salt, and massage the cabbage for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. Once quinoa is cooked, let it cool slightly before adding to the bowl with the cabbage, along with 1 cup of shelled edamame, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1 diced cucumber.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad, gently stir to combine, then top with 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 16gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature and can be made fresh for optimal flavor. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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