High-Protein Edamame Salad (with Quinoa)

Name: High-Protein Edamame Salad (with Quinoa)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups quinoa; 2 cups edamame; 1 ½ cup cucumber; 2 medium carrots; 2 jalapeños; ½ cup sliced almonds; 1/3 cup cilantro; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. salt; 2 tsp. garlic powder; ½ tsp. cracked black pepper; Juice of 1 ½ limes; zest of 1 lime

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
582 kcal
Cuisine
Mediterranean, Vegan

High-Protein Edamame Salad (with Quinoa)

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This salad can be prepped in just 30-minutes and it's loaded with protein to keep you full!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 cups quinoa cooked
2 cups edamame shelled and cooked
1 ½ cup cucumber diced
2 medium carrots shredded
2 jalapeños roasted + diced
½ cup sliced almonds toasted
1/3 cup cilantro chopped
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. salt
2 tsp. garlic powder
½ tsp. cracked black pepper
Juice of 1 ½ limes
zest of 1 lime

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Instructions

Cook the quinoa according to the instructions on the package. Allow to cool.
In a small bowl, add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, cracked black pepper, lime juice and lime zest. Whisk to combine and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine ALL of the other ingredients.
Pour the dressing overtop and mix to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Delicious!!

Notes

Customize this salad and add or remove any ingredients you wish- add some avocado, use apple cider vinegar, add your choice of cheese or vegan substitute.
If you’re not in a quinoa mood, pick a pasta instead!
Salad can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 4 – 6 days.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 582kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 72.8g (24%) Protein 23.7g (47%) Fat 24.2g (37%) Saturated Fat 2.4g (12%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g Sodium 614.4mg (26%) Fiber 13.6g (54%) Sugar 6.5g (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 582 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1
Calories	582kcal	29%
Carbohydrates	72.8g	24%
Protein	23.7g	47%
Fat	24.2g	37%
Saturated Fat	2.4g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat	5.9g	35%
Sodium	614.4mg	26%
Fiber	13.6g	54%
Sugar	6.5g	13%