Chickpea Edamame Salad with Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette Recipe
A vibrant and nutritious Chickpea Edamame Salad tossed in a zesty Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette. This refreshing salad is packed with plant-based protein and colorful vegetables, perfect as a light lunch or a healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 400g (1.75 cups) chickpeas, canned, drained and rinsed
- 200g (1 cup) edamame, shelled, fresh or frozen
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 2–3 green onions, thinly sliced
For the Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, shelled edamame, diced red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and thinly sliced green onions. Gently toss to mix the vegetables evenly.
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce or tamari, freshly grated ginger, honey or maple syrup, and minced garlic until well combined and emulsified.
- Toss Salad with Vinaigrette: Pour the prepared ginger sesame vinaigrette over the chickpea and edamame vegetable mixture. Gently toss all ingredients to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds as a final garnish. Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later enjoyment, allowing the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this salad gluten-free.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Frozen edamame can be thawed by rinsing with warm water before use.
- This salad is rich in plant-based protein and fiber, making it a great option for a healthy diet.
Keywords: chickpea salad, edamame salad, sesame vinaigrette, no-cook salad, healthy salad, vegan salad option, gluten-free salad
