Easy Quinoa and Edamame Salad

This quinoa and edamame salad is a superfood dream! Packed full of flavor and nutrients, you will want to make this time and time again! This salad can be made as a main dish, side dish, potluck, or meal prep — it's pretty much a perfect salad. I've been guilty of making this last minute and serving it immediately without chilling. It is still amazing.


Recipes · Salad · Grains · Quinoa Salad Recipes


Prep Time: 30 mins
Additional Time: 1 hrs
Servings: 5
Total Time: 1 hrs 30 mins

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

  • 1 ½ teaspoons liquid aminos (such as Bragg)

  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste


Directions

  1. Make the dressing: Combine oil, vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, liquid aminos, lemon juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Seal the lid and shake until fully blended.

  2. Make the salad: Combine cooked quinoa, edamame, bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, green onion, and cranberries in a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of the dressing and mix until well combined; save any remaining dressing for another use. Place in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 1 hour.

  3. Garnished with slivered almonds to serve.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of dressing. The actual amount consumed will vary.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
327 Calories
20g Fat
32g Carbs
8g Protein


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