Description
This refreshing Edamame Salad combines protein-rich edamame with sweet corn, black beans, and vibrant fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty lime dressing. It’s a nutritious and colorful dish perfect for a light lunch or a healthy side salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen shelled edamame
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and diced
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup minced cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the Edamame: Prepare the frozen shelled edamame according to the package directions, typically boiling or steaming until tender. Drain the edamame thoroughly and allow it to cool slightly to prevent wilting other ingredients when combined.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked edamame, black beans, corn kernels, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, and minced cilantro. Gently stir the ingredients to combine evenly without mashing the avocado.
- Add Dressing and Seasoning: Pour the juice of one lime over the salad, then sprinkle with one teaspoon of salt. Toss gently until all the ingredients are well coated with the lime juice and salt, ensuring balanced flavor throughout.
- Chill for Flavor Development: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together beautifully. For best results, let the salad rest overnight before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh corn for canned or frozen as desired.
- Adding a dash of black pepper or chili flakes can give the salad a mild kick.
- This salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For added crunch, consider topping with toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped nuts before serving.
- To keep avocado from browning quickly, toss it last or add a little extra lime juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: edamame salad, black bean salad, corn salad, healthy salad, lime dressing, vegetarian salad, protein salad
