Asian Edamame Peanut Crunch Salad
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Enjoy a delicious Asian Edamame Peanut Crunch Salad that’s crunchy and flavorful. Perfect for meal prep—give it a try today!
- Author: Sara Mitchell
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
- 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
- 1 pound frozen edamame (16 ounces)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 cups finely chopped kale
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup chopped roasted cashews (or peanuts)
- 3 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter (preferably unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons sriracha (can omit if you don't like spice)
- 2–4 tablespoons water to thin
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. Cook in a pot with 1 cup water until fluffy.
- Cook frozen edamame in a bowl with water—microwave for 5-7 minutes or steam until tender.
- Chop the vegetables: shred cabbage, chop kale, grate carrots, and slice scallions and cilantro.
- Cool quinoa and edamame for about 10 minutes after cooking.
- In a jar, combine dressing ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix quinoa, edamame, veggies, and dressing together until well combined.
- Serve topped with cashews and optional red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg