Asian Style Edamame And Corn Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Asian-inspired salad! This recipe combines sweet corn and succulent edamame with a zesty ginger-sesame dressing. Inspired by Paulette Mitchell's *The Complete Soy Cookbook*, this chilled salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or appetizer. Get ready for a burst of flavor with ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and soy sauce!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 262.4 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Asian Style Edamame And Corn

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Ingredients for Asian Style Edamame And Corn

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Sugar
  • Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Garlic
  • Gingerroot
  • 1.5 cups shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Lettuce Leaves

How to Make Asian Style Edamame And Corn

  1. Toast sesame seeds (optional): In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, shaking frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  2. Whisk together the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup), and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
  3. Prepare the vegetables: If using frozen edamame, thaw it completely. Cut one red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Combine and chill: In a medium bowl, gently combine the thawed edamame (1.5 cups), corn kernels (1 cup), and bell pepper. Add the prepared dressing and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Serve: Serve the salad immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with the toasted sesame seeds (if using) and serve over a bed of fresh lettuce leaves.
  6. Makes 4 servings

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

6g

Carbs

9g