Description
This Easy Edamame Salad is a light, refreshing side dish packed with protein-rich edamame, tangy dried fruit, creamy feta, and crunchy almonds. Tossed with olive oil and herbs, it comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for summer meals, potlucks, or healthy lunches.
Ingredients
1 (12-ounce) bag blanched shelled edamame (frozen works best)
1/2 cup dried cranberries or dried cherries
1/2 cup crumbled feta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh basil or mint, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil. Add the edamame and cook for 5–7 minutes, until tender. Drain and transfer to a bowl to cool completely.
- Once cooled, add the dried cranberries or cherries, feta, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic granules, and almonds if using. Toss well to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil or mint and serve immediately.
Notes
Replace feta with goat cheese or mozzarella pearls for a different creamy element.
Add diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers for more veggies.
Use sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds instead of almonds for a nut-free version.
Try a drizzle of balsamic glaze or lemon juice for added brightness.
For extra protein, toss in grilled chicken or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
