Edamame and Cucumber Salad with Mint and Lime

A light and refreshing Asian-inspired salad featuring edamame, cucumber, mint, and lime. Perfect as a starter or side dish.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

135 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£1.02/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack•Dessert•Salad•Side Dish•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Cooking Style:

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupEdamame (shelled)(Fresh or frozen (thawed))

£1.50

1mediumCucumber(English cucumber preferred, thinly sliced or diced)

£0.80

0.3cupFresh Mint(Chopped)

£0.60

2Lime(Juiced)

£0.80

2tablespoonsRice Vinegar

£0.15

1teaspoonSesame Oil

£0.10

1tablespoonSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.05

1teaspoonHoney or Agave (optional)(To taste, for a touch of sweetness)

£0.05

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes (optional)(For a touch of heat)

£0.03

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper

Total Cost

£4.08

£1.02 per serving

Instructions

1.
If using frozen edamame, cook according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
2.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked edamame, sliced or diced cucumber, and chopped fresh mint.
3.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey or agave (if using), and red pepper flakes (if using).
4.
Pour the dressing over the edamame and cucumber mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5.
Toss gently to combine all ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6.
Serve chilled.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (140g)

135 kcal / 565 kJ

Carbs

11g

4% of RDA

Fat

10% of RDA

Protein

18% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

3 g

3% of RDA

Sodium

450 mg

20% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a more intense mint flavor, gently bruise the mint leaves before chopping.

Adjust the amount of lime juice and soy sauce to your taste preference.

Garnish with sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Knife

Cutting Board

Pot

Wine Pairings

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Complete the Meal

Main Course

Sesame Ginger Tofu Stir-Fry with Noodles

A flavorful and easy vegetarian stir-fry packed with protein and vibrant flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

35 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"Pairs perfectly with this starter"

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Edamame and Cucumber Salad with Mint and Lime

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