Keto Edamame Salad

Keto Edamame Salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish that combines tender edamame with crisp vegetables and a zesty sesame dressing, making it perfect for a light meal or side dish. This salad is not only delicious but also aligns perfectly with ketogenic dietary goals.

Ingredients

• Edamame (shelled) - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Radishes - 5 medium (about 75 grams)
• Green onions - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil and add the shelled edamame. Cook for 5 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside to cool.
2. While the edamame is cooking, chop the cucumber, red bell pepper, and radishes into bite-sized pieces.
3. Slice the green onions thinly and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled edamame, cucumber, red bell pepper, radishes, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
7. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 13 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 13 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from edamame, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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