Description
Bright, crunchy, and protein-packed with a zingy ginger-sesame dressing that wakes up every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled edamame
- 1 can chickpeas, drained
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine edamame and drained chickpeas.
- Add bell pepper, carrot, green onions, and fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and honey.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and black pepper.
- Chill briefly or serve immediately for a fresh, vibrant bite.
Notes
- Can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg