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Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad

Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad: A Fresh Twist on Flavor

Edamame & Peanut Crunch Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Crisp Lettuce Use Little Leaf Farms Baby Crispy Green Leaf Lettuce for best results.
  • 1 cup Red Cabbage Can substitute with green cabbage.
  • 2 medium Carrots Julienne for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Ensure it’s cooled before mixing.
  • 1 cup Shelled Edamame A great source of plant protein.
  • ½ cup Salted Peanuts Almond slices can be an alternative.
  • 1 cup Crispy Wontons Store-bought or homemade, or omit for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion For garnishing.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnishing.
For the Peanut Dressing
  • ½ cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • ¼ cup Rice Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free option.
  • ½ cup Peanut Butter Choose smooth or crunchy.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust based on taste.
  • ½ cup Water Add gradually to thin dressing.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the crisp lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Shred the red cabbage and julienne the carrots.
  3. Set all prepared vegetables aside, ensuring they are dry.
Dressing
  1. In a blender, combine olive oil, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, and garlic, then blend until smooth.
  2. If too thick, add water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
Assembling Salad
  1. In the vegetable bowl, stir in cooked quinoa and shelled edamame.
  2. Add salted peanuts and pour over the peanut dressing, then toss gently to combine.
Garnishing
  1. Top with crispy wontons, green onions, and sesame seeds before serving.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 280mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients first to ensure freshness. Adjust dressing consistency to taste and experiment with flavors as desired.

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