Edamame Quinoa Salad (Print Version)

Protein-rich quinoa and edamame bowl with fresh vegetables and zesty citrus dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Grains and Legumes

01 - 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water
03 - 1 cup shelled edamame, fresh or frozen

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1/2 cucumber, diced
07 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

→ Dressing

10 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# How To Make:

01 - Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and grains are tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
02 - Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add shelled edamame and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender. Drain well and set aside to cool.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, add cooled quinoa, edamame, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
04 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified and smooth.
05 - Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The dressing hits every perfect note at once tangy bright and just a little creamy
  • It actually gets better after sitting in the fridge making it ideal for meal prep
  • You can throw in whatever vegetables you have lurking in your crisper drawer
02 -
  • Cool the quinoa completely before mixing or the dressing will become oily and separate
  • The salad needs at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for the flavors to really come alive
  • Dont skip the fresh herbs because they transform this from grain bowl into something special
03 -
  • Make extra dressing because it works on literally every green salad too
  • If serving later add the herbs right before serving to keep them bright green
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