Heart-Healthy Edamame Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with nutrients, this heart-healthy edamame salad is the perfect balance of flavor and wellness. Combining tender, protein-rich edamame with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers, and a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing, this vibrant salad is both delicious and nourishing. Fresh parsley and a hint of red onion add layers of boldness, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Whether served as a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or a potluck favorite, this recipe delivers on taste and heart-smart ingredients. Plus, it's naturally vegan, gluten-free, and loaded with antioxidant-rich vegetables for an added health boost!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups shelled edamame
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a small pot of water to a boil and add the shelled edamame. Cook for 3-5 minutes until tender, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber, then add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Seed and dice the red bell pepper and add to the mixture.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 6

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, juice the lemon and remove any seeds. Whisk in the extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	939.6 grams (939.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	759

Total Fat 45.50g	58%
Saturated Fat 6.10g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1228mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 62.60g	23%
Dietary Fiber 24.60g	88%
Total Sugars 22.20g
Protein 42.50g	85%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304mg	23%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2542mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 30.2%