Turmeric Quinoa and Edamame Salad
Indulge in a nutritious, easy-to-make Turmeric Quinoa & Edamame Salad. Packed with 11 unique plants, 31g of protein, 18g of fiber, and healthy fats from nuts and avocado, this salad is a feast for your taste buds and your microbiome. Bonus points for adding a little kimchi or your favorite fermented food for even more gut health benefits.
Servings
Ingredients
- ½ cup dry quinoa
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 cups red cabbage shredded
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups shelled frozen edamame thawed - see notes
- ¼ cup fresh mint finely chopped
- 2 walnuts crushed
- 1 spring onions finely chopped
- ½ avocado chopped
Almond Satay Dressing
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger or sub for 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp tamari low sodium preferred
- ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove any residue. This will help reduce bitterness.In a small pot, combine the rinsed quinoa with turmeric and black pepper, and cook according to the instructions on your quinoa packet. Allow the cooked quinoa to cool down.
- While the quinoa is cooking, use a vegetable peeler to shred the red cabbage. Combine the shredded cabbage with 1 tsp of lime juice and a dash of salt.
- For the Almond Satay Dressing: in a small blender, blend the almond butter, lime juice, ginger, tamari, maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Alternatively, mince the ginger, and whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the quinoa, cabbage, edamame, mint, walnuts, spring onion, avocado, and the almond satay dressing. Enjoy!
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Notes
FAQ
Can I substitute the almond butter in the dressing with peanut butter? Yes, you can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or any other nut butter of your choice. Can I use frozen edamame for this recipe? Yes, you can use frozen edamame. Just make sure to defrost it before adding it to the salad. Most edamame are pre-cooked when frozen and ready to be thawed and eaten. Cover in boiling water for a few minutes and drain, if you have not thawed earlier in the day. Can I add other vegetables to this salad? Absolutely! This salad is versatile and you can add any other vegetables you like. Can I make this salad ahead of time? Yes, this salad is great for meal prep. Just store the dressing separately and add it just before serving. Can I use lemon instead of lime? Yes, you can use lemon instead of lime. The citrus helps to brighten the flavors of the salad.Nutritional Information - Per Serving
Calories 586kcal | Carbohydrates 62g | Protein 31g | Fat 27g | Sodium 624mg | Fiber 18g | Vitamin A 68IU | Vitamin C 59mg | Calcium 230mg | Iron 8mg