Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
12 oz

frozen shelled sweet soybeans (edamame)

shelled

2 unit

baby lettuce mix

1 unit

Fuji apple

peeled, cored and thinly sliced

0.25 cup

golden raisins

3 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

lime or lemon juice

fresh

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

Step 1
~3 min

Cook soybeans in boiling water according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain the cooked soybeans and allow them to cool completely.

Step 3
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the baby lettuce mix, thinly sliced Fuji apple, and golden raisins.

Step 4
~3 min

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime or lemon juice, and vegetable oil to create the dressing.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 5
~3 min

Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 6
~3 min

Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 7
~3 min

Serve the edamame salad immediately or chill for later.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

Use other types of nuts or seeds instead of golden raisins.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and chilled

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Low
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or light lunch.

Pair with a miso soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso Soup
Grilled Salmon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Edamame is a popular snack in East Asian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Picnic
Potluck
Summer

Popularity Score

70/100

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