Edamame Crunch Salad with Sesame Cashew Lime Dressing
Ingredients
Sesame cashew lime dressing
- 1/4 cup cashew butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp sriracha
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder or fresh grated ginger
- Juice of one lime
- 1/4 tsp lime zest (optional)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3-4 tbsp or more of water
Edamame crunch salad
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cucumber
- 1 large head romaine lettuce
- 2 cups frozen edamame
- 1-2 carrots
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 3 scallions
- 5-7 fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 jalapeño for garnish
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients except water and whisk to combine. Add water one tablespoon at a time while whisking until desired consistency is reached.
In a large salad bowl, combine the vegetables, edamame, almonds, herbs, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour in half the dressing and toss to coat. Add more dressing if desired or reserve for later.
Tips
To make this a full meal, add more edamame or top with baked tofu or seitan.
You can also add starches such as quinoa, rice noodles, or sweet potato.
