Quick Spicy Edamame Cucumber Salad
When the summer heat kicks in or you just need a crisp, punchy side dish to wake up your palate, this Spicy Edamame Cucumber Salad is my absolute favorite solution. It is incredibly refreshing, with the cool crunch of Persian cucumbers acting as the perfect canvas for a bold, zesty dressing.
Ingredients
- 3 Persian cucumbers sliced into half-moons
- 1 ½ cups shelled edamame thawed
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp chili crisp or red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Place the sliced cucumbers and thawed edamame in a large bowl.
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili crisp, and grated garlic.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat.
- Let the salad rest at room temperature or in the fridge for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Give it one final toss, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.